Alpha Microelectronics Corporation researches, designs, develops, applies, and markets integrated circuits in Taiwan and China. Its offerings include speech ICs, multi-channel voice ICs, general-purpose MCUs, LCD MCUs, 32-bit MCUs, accessory ICs, recording ICs, and hardware and software tools. These products are used in consumer applications such as sound equipment, personal electronics, home appliances, toys, gifts, and interactive consumer items. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.