Kodak, formally known as Eastman Kodak Company, is an American technology company focused on imaging solutions and services. Founded by George Eastman in 1888, Kodak is renowned for revolutionizing photography with its innovations in cameras, film, and printing technologies. Despite facing challenges in the digital age, Kodak remains a prominent name in imaging, with a diverse portfolio including consumer and professional products, software, and printing services.

1. Imaging Solutions: Kodak provides a range of imaging solutions including cameras, lenses, and accessories for both consumers and professionals.

2. Printing Technologies: Kodak offers printing technologies and services for various industries, including commercial printing, packaging, and functional printing applications.

3. Film and Chemicals: While digital photography has become dominant, Kodak still produces traditional film and chemicals for photographers and filmmakers who prefer analog methods.

4. Software and Services: Kodak develops software solutions for image processing, printing management, and workflow optimization, catering to businesses and professionals in the imaging industry.

5. Health Imaging: Kodak's health imaging division focuses on providing medical imaging solutions, including medical film, digital imaging systems, and healthcare IT solutions.

6. Consumer Products: Kodak manufactures a range of consumer products such as digital cameras, instant cameras, photo printers, and accessories for capturing and printing memories.

7. Intellectual Property: Kodak owns a significant portfolio of intellectual property related to imaging technologies, which it licenses to other companies.

These functions collectively contribute to Kodak's position as a leading provider of imaging solutions and services globally.

- 1880: George Eastman establishes a business in Rochester, New York, specializing in photographic dry plates.

- 1884: Eastman introduces roll film.

- 1888: Kodak camera, the first portable camera with pre-loaded film, is introduced.

- 1900: The Brownie camera, a more affordable option with removable film, is introduced.

- 1920s-30s: Kodak continues to innovate, introducing home-movie equipment and Kodachrome color slide film.

- 1960s: Kodak introduces the Instamatic series of cameras and cartridge-loaded film.

- 1982: The Disc camera series, featuring automatic flash and focus, is introduced.

- 1984: Kodak enters the video market with an 8-millimeter camera system and videocassette tapes.

- Early 21st century: Facing declines in film photography, Kodak shifts focus to digital photography products.

- 2012: Kodak files for bankruptcy and ceases manufacturing of digital cameras and some other digital imaging products.