1934
Admiral was founded in Chicago, USA by Ross Siragusa.
1947
Admiral company and brand established in USA; one of the first to produce color television sets.
1951
Admiral sold 5 million television sets.
1967
Admiral Overseas Corporation (AOC) was established in Taiwan; 1st manufacturer of color televisions for export.
1978
Admiral Overseas Corporation was renamed to AOC International.
1979
Started direct marketing under AOC brand name.
1982
AOC brand was registered worldwide.
1988
AOC established sales offices selling monitors in United States, China, Europe and Brazil.
1999
AOC entered the display markets in New Zealand and Australia.
2005
AOC was launched in India.
2006
AOC was launched in Mexico.
2007
AOC is sold in more than 115 countries globally; products include LCD & CRT monitors, LCD TVs and All-In-One PCs.
2010
AOC shipped 16 million units of LCD monitor, representing an annual growth of 50%.
2013
AOC ranked No.1 in market share for PC monitors in the Asia Pacific region (inclusive of the Greater China Region).
2014
AOC released the first monitor with true Anti-Blue-Light capabilities, raising industry standards and opening the market for monitors that protect the eyes of users.
2015
As an early adopter of innovative technologies and a strong supporter of competitive gaming communities worldwide, AOC incorporated FreeSync capabilities into a new line of monitors to meet the demanding needs of professional gamers.
To support the spirit of innovation and human determination, AOC supplied monitors for the filming of the major Hollywood movie "The Martian".
2016
Dedicated to the pursuit of the next level of visual experiences, AOC collaborates with Independence Day: Resurgence, a science fiction movie that's noted for its impressive visual effects.
AOC launches its premium gaming monitor series AGON and the Swarovski limited edition monitor, bringing diversity to their offerings and taking the brand to the next level.
2017
AOC Monitor ranked 1st in APJ 2017.
AOC collaborated with FOX for the blockbuster Kingsman: The Golden Circle.
AOC collaborated with Studio FA Porsche to produce a limited-edition monitor.