Quartics

Quartics is a hardware startup founded in 2003 that specializes in video processing technology. Their flagship product, Quartics QVU, boasts a fully programmable architecture, enabling it to process any existing or future video codec standards. This, coupled with proprietary pre- and post-processing image enhancement algorithms, delivers a unique and unmatched video processing solution for OEMs and ODMs. With a focus on the mobile PC market, Quartics targets improved video performance and low power consumption at a low cost. Additionally, their programmable architecture makes them well-suited for connected box applications such as Set-top Boxes and TVs where manufacturers demand the ability to implement new capabilities while providing a rich HD experience. The most recent investment in Quartics was a Venture - Series Unknown round on 01 January 2013.