Belkin is recognized as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of technology accessories. The company develops products that improve connectivity, charging, productivity, and device protection across smartphones, tablets, laptops, desktops, gaming devices, and smart home systems.

Its product portfolio includes:

• Wireless chargers

• USB-C chargers and power adapters

• Charging cables

• Power banks

• Docking stations and USB hubs

• Surge protectors

• Screen protectors

• Phone and tablet mounts

• Audio accessories

• Networking products

• Secure KVM switches for enterprise use

• Smart home devices (formerly under the Wemo brand)

Belkin products are sold in over 100 countries through retailers, online stores, mobile carriers, and enterprise distributors. [1]

Foundation

Belkin was founded on April 18, 1983, by Chet Pipkin, who identified growing demand for cables connecting personal computers to newly available printers during the early personal computer revolution.

Initially operating from his parents’ garage in Hawthorne, California, Pipkin began manufacturing and selling computer cables to local computer stores.

As demand increased, Belkin expanded production and moved into a professional facility in 1983 while maintaining rapid manufacturing turnaround times.

By 1985, Belkin supplemented U.S. manufacturing with overseas production to support growing international demand. [1]

Growth

Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Belkin expanded from computer cables into broader consumer electronics accessories, including:

• Networking equipment

• Surge protectors

• Laptop accessories

• Smartphone accessories

• USB peripherals

• Wireless networking products

As smartphones became mainstream, Belkin shifted significant focus toward mobile accessories, becoming one of Apple’s most recognized third-party accessory partners.

Acquisition of Linksys

In 2013, Belkin acquired the home networking business and Linksys brand from Cisco.

This acquisition significantly strengthened Belkin’s position in:

• Wi-Fi routers

• Home networking

• Small business networking

Linksys continues to operate as a separate brand under Belkin ownership. [1]

Foxconn Acquisition

In March 2018, Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT) acquired Belkin for approximately US$866 million.

The acquisition included Belkin’s brands:

• Belkin

• Linksys

• Wemo

Despite the acquisition, Belkin retained its headquarters, leadership, and brand identity while benefiting from Foxconn’s manufacturing capabilities. [2]

Belkin states that its mission is:

“To design products that empower people to get more life out of every single day.”

The company’s design philosophy emphasizes:

• Performance

• Reliability

• Safety

• User-centered design

• Sustainability

Products are designed at Belkin’s California headquarters and undergo extensive testing before release. [3]

Charging Solutions

Belkin is among the leading manufacturers of charging products, including:

• USB-C chargers

• GaN wall chargers

• Wireless chargers

• Qi2 chargers

• MagSafe-compatible chargers

• Car chargers

• Multi-device charging stations

• Power banks

The company’s BoostCharge and BoostCharge Pro series are among its flagship charging lines.

Connectivity

Belkin manufactures numerous connectivity accessories, including:

• USB hubs

• Thunderbolt docks

• Docking stations

• HDMI adapters

• Ethernet adapters

• USB-C cables

• Display cables

• Audio adapters

These products are widely used in home offices, enterprise environments, and educational institutions.

Device Protection

Belkin produces:

• Tempered glass screen protectors

• Privacy screen protectors

• Phone cases

• Camera lens protectors

Its ScreenForce product line is sold through major electronics retailers and Apple Stores.

Networking

Through Linksys, Belkin offers:

• Wi-Fi routers

• Mesh Wi-Fi systems

• Business networking equipment

• Home networking devices

Audio

Belkin also manufactures:

• Wireless earbuds

• Over-ear headphones

• Wired headphones

• Speakers

These products are marketed under the SoundForm series.

Belkin has maintained a close relationship with Apple for many years.

Many Belkin products are:

• Apple-certified

• MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad) certified

• MagSafe-compatible

• Qi2-certified

Belkin accessories are frequently sold through Apple retail stores worldwide and are designed specifically for Apple devices. [1]

Belkin has increased its focus on environmentally responsible manufacturing, including:

• Reduced plastic packaging

• Increased use of recycled materials

• Lower carbon emissions

• Sustainable product design

The company has also invested in renewable energy initiatives and environmentally conscious packaging. [4]

Belkin’s headquarters houses engineering and testing facilities where products undergo:

• Drop testing

• Cable durability testing

• Thermal testing

• Electromagnetic interference testing

• Environmental stress testing

• User experience testing

This integrated development process allows products to move from concept through design, prototyping, and validation in one location. [4]

Belkin owns or manages several technology brands:

• Belkin – Mobile accessories and connectivity products

• Linksys – Networking equipment

• Wemo – Smart home products (legacy line)

Belkin products are available through:

• Consumer electronics retailers

• Apple Stores

• Mobile network operators

• Online marketplaces

• Enterprise IT distributors

The company operates globally with products sold across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America. [1]

Belkin has built a reputation for producing reliable, premium-quality accessories with strong compatibility across Apple, Samsung, Google, Microsoft, and other major technology ecosystems. The company is particularly well known for its charging products, docking stations, and connectivity accessories, and it remains a prominent brand in the global consumer electronics accessories market. [1]

1. Belkin

2. Taiwan’s Foxconn to acquire accessory maker Belkin for $866 million

3. About Us | Belkin US

4. “From concept, to designing an idea, to prototyping, to testing to see if it’ll work, it’s all done here:” an exclusive insight into how Belkin builds its products