Apache product is known for its exceptional quality, high performance, and competitive pricing. Apache emphasizes speed-to-market product development. Apache was the leader in the modem industry in using leading edge technology to develop new and innovative modem products since 1997. Apache is committed to the design, development and manufacture of speed-to-market innovative products without sacrificing quality while offering superior value, world-class service and competitive prices.
2008
The first manufacturer released the Real 2.0-Megapixel web camera with noise-cancelling feature. The joint development partner with Lexma to develop and distribute state-of-the-art anti-bacteria nano technology for use on the mouse and keyboard products
2007
The first manufacturer developed the low-cost 1.3-Megapixel noise-cancelling web cam. Received the honor as one of the top ten web cam brand in the worldwide market from Chip Magazine.
2005
The Apache 300K resolution web cam was selected as one of the popular web cams sold in Turkey by Chip Magazine.
2003
The first manufacturer that designed, developed and manufactured the single port and multi-port ADSL modem series using Globespan state-of-the-art Viking family chipset. Apache offers both Ethernet/USB base and Wi-Fi wireless base ADSL modems.
Expanded its operations in China. Established Apache Network Communication (Shenzhen) Company Limited in Shenzhen, China. The Shenzhen plant conducts R&D activity in conjunction with Apache‘s USA engineering team, with sales activity covering the whole Asia market and responsibility for product production.
First manufacturer to release an international version of Home plug networking product.
First manufacturer to release wireless based ADSL modem.
Released a new line of high performance, price competitive digital camera and MP3 products.
2002
Released its DOCSIS approved cable modems.
Designed and manufactured Conexant-based single port ADSL modem.
Opened a sales office in Germany.
Recognized by the CeBIT Editorial team, which published a news report in the CeBIT News about Apache‘s DSL Modem and wireless products.
Released its new 1.0 megapixel digital camera.
2001
Released its new V.92 modem product line.
Opened a sales office in Egypt.
Established subsidiary, Apache (H.K.) Limited, in Hong Kong.
Moved to a new building in the heart of the hi-tech city, Irvine, as its new home. The new facility, located at 17526 Von Karman, Irvine, CA92614USA was purchased in November of 2001.
2000
Apache expanded its R&D team and established a personal electronic division.
First released 32 bit 3D sound card with SPDIF and optical inputs to connect input sources. This product bridged the gap between computer systems and high-end professional audio systems.
First released a digital input/output adapter to connect its high-end sound card to high-end professional audio systems.
Released Apache‘s first MP3 player and DVD player.
1999
First to release Conexant-based dual standard V.90/Kflex modem product line.
Was given a 5 star rating from Computer Shopping for its Apache NetExpress serial modem.
Received PC Magazine Editorial‘s choice for its Apache NetExpress internal PCI modem.
Was rated PC World‘s top 10 modems for its Apache NetExpress internal ISA modem.
Was rated PC Magazine‘s top 10 modems for its Apache NetExpress internal ISA modem.
Successfully certified its complete V.90 modem product line in the worldwide market.
1998
Released the new Kflex modem series.
Released the new X2 modem series.
Released its networking product line.
Released its developed contact management software, which includes the communication suite software called Mega Connect.
1997
Released its new 33.3 Kbps modem series.
Was the first to release a complete PC based video-conferencing system.
1996
First year to participate in the CeBIT Hannover tradeshow exhibition. Apache was aggressively pursuing the international market.
Released its 28.8 Kbps modem series.
1995
Released its 14.4 bps modem series.
Changed its name from Micro Direct International to Apache Micro Peripherals, Inc.
1994
Released its 9600 bps modem series.
1993
Was the first to release a data/fax modem with voice e-mail capability.
1992
Released its 4800 bps modem series.
1991
Company established. Company is chartered to design and manufacture modem products.
2009
Apache worked with Intel and successfully developed the 10.1” netbook PC based on the Intel Atom 450 CPU. Apache also introduced low cost 300K resolution web cam.
2010
Apache introduced more netbook PCs that included 13” wide screen netbook PC. Apache released its first Apache Tab tablet PC series that include Android based 8” tablet PC and Window 7 based 10.1” tablet PC.
2011
Apache is working on Apache Tab specially designed for students. A new 10.1” Apache Tab based on Window 7 and another one based on Android 3.0 is scheduled to be released in April 2011. Apache has established its education division that offers students needed products and services. A new student web site www.cooltou.com is scheduled to be released in April.
