Omnisio
Omnisio, acquired by Google in July 2008, was a consumer content company that specialized in video annotation and sharing tools.
Overview of Omnisio
Omnisio was a consumer-focused company based in Atherton, CA, USA. It operated in the content sub-industry and was part of the Y-Combinator W08 batch. Omnisio targeted the American and Canadian markets, providing innovative tools for video annotation and sharing.
Omnisio Services
Omnisio enabled users to annotate and share videos from any website. The company specialized in providing tools for video markup, allowing users to add comments and notes directly within a video's structure. One of its notable services included a slide-syncing tool launched on May 13, 2008, which used SlideShare for slides and supported a host of video services.
Omnisio Acquisition by Google
In July 2008, Google acquired Omnisio, integrating its innovative video annotation and sharing technologies. This strategic acquisition aimed to enhance Google's video content offerings by utilizing Omnisio's capabilities to improve user interaction and engagement with video material.
Omnisio’s Y-Combinator Experience
Omnisio was part of the Winter 2008 Y-Combinator batch. Participation in this program provided the company with essential support, mentorship, and funding, aiding in the development and launch of its video annotation and sharing tools, which caught Google’s attention leading to its acquisition.