History
With over 30 years on the market, we are proud of our achievements. Take a look at the key milestones in our company’s history.
![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/Future.png)
The 2N® IP Style is shaking up the market
Introducing a product that defines the future standards for video intercoms.
2021![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/ip_style_history.png/d06b4202-9694-4692-8f3d-fa2e891e53d3?t=1632476254440)
A revolution in mobile phone access control
We introduced WaveKey, the fastest mobile phone access control technology on the market, with unrivalled reliability and absolute security.
2021![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/ikona_wave-key_time_line.png/a4a8478b-225f-445c-abe4-cca98b281861?t=1634718968930)
We add a range of indoor stations
The 2N® Indoor Compact and the 2N® Indoor View are luxury indoor stations for modern residential projects with our own 2N OS.
2020![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/IndoorCompact_View_200x140.png/35d4dc3e-1ea6-4812-b0e6-2a6c6d19a3c7?t=1611911522402)
An indoor station with Android is here
The 2N® Indoor Touch 2.0 is ideal for controlling a smart home.
2019![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/IndoorTouch_200x140.png/1ec61702-38b7-4b14-8727-4b823b7cc9ee?t=1611911522731)
2N PRESENTS THE WORLD’S FIRST LTE INTERCOM
Yet again, we pioneer the intercom market. This time it is with an LTE intercom 2N® LTE Verso, which is looking forward to its increasing popularity.
28/3/2018![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2N+-+%231+in+IP+intercoms.png)
2N® IP SOLO PRODUCT LAUNCH
2N launches an IP intercom that will become an indispensable part of many smart homes’ entrances.
20/6/2017![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/ikona_solo_time_line.png)
INTRODUCING 2N® MOBILE VIDEO SERVICE
2N introduces 2N® Mobile Video service, which allows home owners receive calls, including a video, from their 2N intercom on their mobile phone and open doors remotely.
23/2/2017![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/ikona_mobile_video_time_line.png)
Axis acquires a 100% share in 2N
Axis Communications AB, number one on the network video market, buys 2N. This opens the door to long-term development for our company.
30/5/2016![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/Axis+acquires+2N.png)
2N is number one on the IP intercoms market
An IHS study reveals that 2N is number one on the IP intercoms market.
15/1/2016![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2N+-+%231+in+IP+intercoms.png)
We launch an ip access control systems
2N develops a complex access system with contemporary functions and the advantages of using IP infrastructure.
23/2/2015![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/IP+Access+control+solutions+developed.png)
Opening a branch in Italy
2N opens a branch in Italy, near Turin.
1/8/2014![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/New+branch+in+Italy.png)
Market launch of 2N® Helios IP Verso
We launch the most modular IP intercom on the market – the 2N® Helios IP Verso. With advanced security functions and an HD camera impacting door communication across the world, it becomes 2N’s flagship IP intercom.
25/2/2013![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2N%C2%AE+Helios+IP+Verso+launched.png)
Opening our first branch in the USA, Florida
We open a foreign branch in the USA, which in 2016 steers us towards leading IP intercom sales in North America.
1/10/2011![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/New+branch+in+USA.png)
New products in IP audio
With such a positive impact in all aspects of daily life, we uphold our commitment to IP technology, and will continue including IP audio products in our portfolio.
14/3/2011![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/New+IP+audio+and+M2M+products.png)
We launch the world's first IP intercom
We are the first in the world to develop and launch an IP intercom on the market. 2N® Helios IP Vario will look forward to more than ten years of sales.
5/6/2008![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2008_first_intercom_in_the_world.png)
We launch a solution for managing SIM cards
We launch a technologically advanced solution for managing SIM cards that strengthens us with a leading position as a supplier in GSM termination for alternative operators.
13/4/2007![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/SIM+card+management+solution+launched.png)
We introduce the 2N® Netstar IP telephone exchange
We successfully develop the first new generation communication system that will let us deliver solutions to leading mobile and landline operators all over the world. We shift our focus towards IP technology and the online environment.
14/9/2005![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/New+communication+system.png)
2N – number one on the termination market
As the first on the market we present a unique VoIP GSM gate and are number one on the mobile termination market.
18/10/2004![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2004_number_one_on_the_termination_market.png)
We deliver an alternative to landlines – 2N® EasyGate
2N® EasyGate, an analogue gate, is the first 2N product to break the 100 thousand units sold barrier (more than 1 million units will eventually be sold).
23/9/2004![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2004_an_alternative_to_landlines.png)
We successfully sell 2N® Stargate
2N enjoys a sharp rise in turnover and profit because of successful sales of 2N® StarGate, a very powerful gate for connecting mobile and landline telephone networks.
10/2/2002![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2002_stargate.png)
2N becomes a joint-stock company
We transform from a limited liability company into a joint-stock company.
19/6/2000![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2000_2n_as.png)
First participation IN CeBIT
For the first time ever we participate in the CeBIT foreign trade fair in Hannover, where our foreign sales division enjoys its first successes.
24/2/2000![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/Participating+at+CeBit+for+the+first+time.png)
We develop the first GSM gate
We develop the first analogue GSM gate, allowing our users to make fundamental savings on calls to mobile networks. A marketing campaign promotes the benefits of the product to our customers.
11/5/1998![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/First+GSM+gateway+developed.png)
A market share peak in the Czech Republic with the ATEUS 420 exchange
With 14% of the total market for telephone exchanges, we are just behind Siemens (15%) and Panasonic (19%).
1/6/1995![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/1995_market_share_with_ateus.png)
First telephone exchange launched
We launch the first ATEUS 280 telephone exchange, and soon become one of the best manufacturers on the Czech market.
18/2/1992![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/First+telephone+exchange+launched.png)
2N begins
2N was established by three friends (Messrs. Hofman, Pihan and Brychta) in Na Nivách street in Prague. Within a few years it becomes a leader in developing telecommunication solutions.
20/5/1991![History of 2N](/documents/22902/548379/2N+established.png)
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