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YC S16

San Francisco, US · Founded 2016 · 13 employees · 9 known investors

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Upgraded offers a subscription model for Mac computers that includes device upgrades every 24 months and device trade-in or recycling programs. The company targets Mac users seeking an alternative to traditional purchase models, operating within the circular economy and consumer electronics space.

Also known as Upgraded Technologies, Inc.

Circular EconomyConsumerE-commerceFintechHardwareRetailUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S16)

Upgraded was founded in 2016 by Hendrik Roosna and JR Rahn.

HRHendrik Roosna
Hendrik RoosnaFounder2016–2017Hendrik Roosna founded Upgraded and Fairown Finance, a subscription economy-focused company.
JRJR Rahn
JR RahnFounderformer
JE
John Erik Metcalf
MS
Martin Samami

Investors · 9

Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Buckley Ventures Management Company LlcreportedNew York · $300K

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Investo CapitalreportedAalborg · $30K – $3M

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Itochu Technology VenturesreportedTokyo · $5M

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Liquid VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $250K – $5M

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Republic VenturesreportedNew York

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V1 VCreportedBoulder · $100K – $300K

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Venture Investment AssociatesreportedPeapack

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Frequently asked questions

What does Upgraded do?
Upgraded offers a subscription model for Mac computers that includes device upgrades every 24 months and device trade-in or recycling programs. The company targets Mac users seeking an alternative to traditional purchase models, operating within the circular economy and consumer electronics space.
Who founded Upgraded?
Upgraded was founded by Hendrik Roosna, JR Rahn in 2016.
Who are Upgraded's investors?
Upgraded's investors include Plug and Play Ventures, Y Combinator, Buckley Ventures Management Company Llc, Investo Capital, Itochu Technology Ventures, Liquid Ventures, Republic Ventures, V1 VC and 1 more.
Where is Upgraded headquartered?
Upgraded is headquartered in San Francisco, US.