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Senic

AcquiredYC S13

Berlin, DE · Founded 2013 · 16 employees · 5 known investors

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Senic produces smart home control devices compatible with Philips Hue and HomeKit, including wireless outdoor switches for home automation.

Also known as Measurephone, Inc

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Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S13)

Senic was founded in 2013 by Philip Michaelides.

PMPhilip Michaelides
Philip MichaelidesFounderHe has over a decade of experience in technology R&D, manufacturing operations, and M&A activities.
EJEoghan Jennings
Eoghan JenningsGeschäftsführerJennings has held interim finance and business development roles across companies including Bionsect, Quest Elements, Harbor Research and Fathym, and founded and led Bourbon from 2014 to 2020. He also serves on the supervisory board of Energiegenossenschaft Ahnsbeck eG, having previously sat on its management board.
AM
Andreas MohrFounder2012–2013
JB
Johannes BerdinFounderformer
KK
Kai-Dominik KuhnCTO2012–2014
LA
Lech Alexander MurawskiCTO2012–2014
TETobias Eichenwald
Tobias EichenwaldCEO2012–2023Founder at Roma

Investors · 5

Funding

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Legal entities · 2

corporate structure
Measurephone, Inc
Senic, Inc.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Senic do?
Senic produces smart home control devices compatible with Philips Hue and HomeKit, including wireless outdoor switches for home automation.
Who founded Senic?
Senic was founded by Philip Michaelides in 2013.
Who are Senic's investors?
Senic's investors include Y Combinator, Black Tech Nation Ventures, Infoteria, Target Partners, Wefunder.
Where is Senic headquartered?
Senic is headquartered in Berlin, DE.