InfoSonics Corporation was an American telecommunications company that specialized in the design, manufacture, and distribution of wireless handsets and consumer electronics. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company initially operated as a wholesale distributor for major mobile phone manufacturers, serving markets primarily in the United States and Latin America.
In the mid-2000s, InfoSonics transitioned from a third-party distribution model to an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) model. In 2006, the company launched its proprietary brand of mobile devices under the trade name "verykool." The brand encompassed a range of products, including feature phones, ruggedized handsets, and smartphones, as well as tablets and accessories. These products were specifically positioned for the value-tier and mid-tier segments of the mobile market, with a strong emphasis on distribution in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
The company was a publicly traded entity listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol IFON. Its business strategy focused on integrating industrial design, software development, and quality control to provide affordable technology tailored to specific regional consumer needs.
In early 2018, InfoSonics Corporation underwent a significant corporate restructuring following its merger with Coolisys Technologies, Inc., a developer of power systems and a subsidiary of DPW Holdings (now known as Ault Alliance). This merger marked a shift in the company's focus away from the "verykool" handset business toward diverse technology sectors, including power electronics and industrial solutions. Following the completion of the merger and subsequent corporate transitions, the InfoSonics name was largely retired from active use in the mobile telecommunications market.