History of Skyhook
2003
Pioneered the use of Wi-Fi as a means to determine device positioning and gather Wi-Fi access points to power global location for mobile.
2006
Access point database covers all of the United States.
2007
Patented our technology with the United States government.
2007
Launched our flagship product, Precision Location.
2008
Powered by Skyhook, the Blue Dot on the iPhone map is born.
2013
Launched our second product, Context, which uses Skyhook's location network along with venue data.
2014
Skyhook was acquired by affiliates of Liberty Broadband.
2015
Covered the globe. Now the company focused on finding new ways to harness mobile location.
2017
Took location data derived from Context SDK and Precision Location to power Geospatial Insights, our latest product.
2018
Skyhook holds over 650 patents worldwide.
2019
Skyhook employs a unique combination of geospatial, temporal, and airport data to create an airline specific offering.
WHO WE ARE
Skyhook, a Liberty Broadband company, is a pioneer in location technology and intelligence. The company was founded in 2003 at the outset of the mobile revolution and powered location on all of the early iPhones. We strive for continuous innovation as evidenced by our 650+ patents and the fact that our technology provides the foundation for mobile location services in the global smartphone market. We provide our customers with real-time services and analytical insights via a combination of precise device location and actionable venues. Our products are built on the pillars of trust and respect for individual privacy.
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