Upgraded
YC S16San Francisco, US · Founded 2016 · 13 employees · 1 known investors
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.
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.
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Hendrik RoosnainFounder2016–2017Hendrik Roosna founded Upgraded and Fairown Finance, a subscription economy-focused company.
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JR RahninFounder
Investors · 1
Competitors · 5
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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 Y Combinator.
- Where is Upgraded headquartered?
- Upgraded is headquartered in San Francisco, US.