Himax Technologies Inc. (HIMX)

Overview

Himax Technologies, Inc. stands as a prominent fabless semiconductor company, pioneering in the provision of display imaging processing technologies across a significant global footprint that includes regions like China, Taiwan, the Philippines, Korea, Japan, Europe, and the United States. With its inception in 2001 and headquarters in Tainan City, Taiwan, the company operates through two main segments: Driver IC and Non-Driver Products, catering to a wide range of applications such as televisions, PC monitors, laptops, mobile phones, tablets, automotive displays, ePaper devices, industrial displays, and other products. Himax Technologies is dedicated to innovation in the field of visual technology, striving to enhance the interaction between humans and electronic devices through superior display solutions.

Products and Services

• Display Driver Integrated Circuits (ICs) and Timing Controllers: These are crucial components used across a variety of devices including televisions, PC monitors, laptops, mobile phones, tablets, and automotive as well as in ePaper devices and industrial displays. They are key in managing the display's visuals and synchronization.
• Automotive IC Solutions: This offering includes traditional driver ICs, advanced in-cell touch and display driver integration, large touch and display driver integration, and local dimming timing controllers - all designed to enhance the visual experience in automotive applications.
• AMOLED Solutions: The company provides a comprehensive range of active matrix organic light-emitting diode (AMOLED) solutions including AMOLED drivers, timing controllers, and touch controller ICs, catering to the growing demand for high-quality display technologies.
• Application Specific IC Services: Himax Technologies offers services tailored to specific applications, ensuring clients receive the most efficient and effective semiconductor solutions for their particular needs.
• Liquid Crystal on Silicon (LCoS) and Micro-Electro Mechanical System (MEMS) Products: These products find applications in projection and other display technologies, offering versatility and innovation in display solutions.
• Power ICs: Power management is critical in electronic devices, and Himax Technologies provides Power IC solutions that ensure efficient energy consumption and management for a variety of applications.
• Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) Image Sensor Products: These sensors are key in capturing images in a wide range of electronic devices, signaling the company's foray into the imaging technology sector.
• Wafer Level Optics Products: This technology is crucial for developing miniaturized optical systems that are essential in today's compact electronic devices.
• 3D Sensing Products: These products play a pivotal role in the development of devices capable of perceiving depth, enhancing interactive technologies and applications in security and mobile devices.
• Ultralow Power WiseEye Smart Image Sensing Products: Representing the cutting edge in power-efficient technology, these products are designed for smart applications where power consumption is critical, such as in IoT (Internet of Things) devices.