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GrandPad
Creates simplified tablet computers designed specifically to keep seniors connected to families and care.
What they do
GrandPad manufactures a touchscreen tablet designed specifically for seniors with no prior computer experience. The device features large buttons, curated software, built in LTE connectivity, and secure communication channels to enable video calls, photo sharing, and remote clinical check ins.
The record
- Vertical
- Elder & Home Care
- Sub-segment
- Senior assistive devices
- Product type
- Device
- Stage
- Growth
- Headquarters
- Orange, United States
- Region
- North America
- Founded
- 2014
- Total funding
- $15M raised
Notable investors: Consumer Cellular, Acer.
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