Withings Smart Health Electronics

Withings is a pioneering French consumer electronics company that specializes in connected health devices. Founded in 2008 by Eric Carreel, Frédéric Potter, and Cédric Hutchings, the brand became famous for launching the world's first WiFi-connected scale. The company's mission revolves around preventive health by providing users with medical-grade data through elegant, non-intrusive everyday objects.

The brand's ownership history is notable; it was acquired by Nokia in 2016 and briefly rebranded as Nokia Health. In 2018, co-founder Eric Carreel bought the business back to restore the original brand spirit. Today, Withings operates as an independent company headquartered in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France, often referred to as a leader in the 'French Tech' ecosystem. While the design and medical research take place in France, manufacturing is primarily outsourced to facilities in China to ensure global scalability.