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Upgraded

Upgraded helps retailers and carriers sell devices on subscription.

Y CombinatorSummer 2016ActiveConsumerConsumer ElectronicsFintechRetail

What they do

Problem

Retailers and carriers struggle to create and manage device subscription programs due to complex financing, lender integrations, and residual value management.

Solution

Upgraded provides software and infrastructure to launch and run device subscription offerings with monthly payments and anytime upgrades.

Who it's for

Retailers and telecom carriers that sell consumer devices and want to offer subscriptions/financing to their customers.

Founders

Hendrik Roosna
Founder

Founder of Upgraded and Fairown Finance (www.fairown.com). Demystifying subscription economy.

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JR Rahn
Founder
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Company timeline

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