HiWiFi

About HiWiFi

Beijing Jike Jike Technology Co., Ltd., operating as HiWiFi, was a technology company that specialized in wireless connectivity equipment. Founded in 2013 and based in Beijing, China, the company developed and manufactured smart Wi-Fi routers.

The core of HiWiFi's offering was its smart routers powered by a proprietary, Linux-based operating system called HiWiFi OS. This custom OS allowed users to install various internet-connected applications directly onto the router, enhancing its functionality beyond simple internet access. The product ecosystem also included cloud services for data storage and management (HiCloud) and mobile applications (HiMobile) for controlling the router and connected smart home devices. The hardware was designed to be smart and often came with built-in storage.

HiWiFi's business model focused on providing hardware that served as a platform for software and services, aiming to create a smart home hub. The company opened its HiWiFi OS to third-party developers to encourage the creation of a wider range of applications for its platform. In 2014, the company secured a $10 million Series A funding round from investors including Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and MediaTek, with previous backing from GGV Capital and Innovation Works. Despite its initial developments, public records indicate the company became inactive and was out of business as of March 2018.