Kyocera

Kyocera Corporation (京セラ, Kyō-Sera, also known as Kyoto Ceramics) {{tyo|6971}}, {{nyse|KYO}} is a Japanese company based in Kyoto, Japan. They were founded in 1959 by Kazuo Inamori. They produce ceramics- and printing-related devices, as well as a comprehensive line of imaging products, 35mm and medium format cameras. In January 2000 Kyocera acquired photocopier manufacturer Mita Industrial, and a month later they bought the mobile phone manufacturing operations of San Diego, California-based Qualcomm.

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Japanese - Kyoto - 1959 - Kazuo Inamori - Ceramic - Print - 35mm - Medium format - January - 2000 - Photocopier - Mita Industrial - Mobile phone - San Diego, California - Qualcomm

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In the 1980's, Kyocera marketed high-end audio components, such as CD players, receivers, turntables, and cassette decks. These featured unique technology, including Kyocera ceramic-based platforms, and are sought by collectors to the present day.

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1980's - High-end audio - CD players - Receivers - Turntables - Cassette decks

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