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Backbone
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Backbone

Backbone

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American tech firm, Backbone, creates top-selling, attachable, no-charge gaming controllers for iPhones.

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San Francisco, CA, US
Founded
2018
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Founded in 2018 by Maneet Khaira, Backbone is an American technology company headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. The company's core mission is to enhance mobile gaming experiences through innovative hardware and software solutions. Backbone's flagship product is an attachable gaming controller for iPhones that requires no charging, making it a top-seller in its category. The company also offers a PlayStation® Edition of the controller and various accessories. Backbone's market focus extends to both Apple iOS and Google Android devices, supported by the Backbone app, which serves as a social and content platform for gamers.

Notable affiliated people include CEO and founder Maneet Khaira. Backbone has garnered significant attention and investment from prominent figures in the tech and gaming industries. The company's key achievements include becoming a leading name in mobile gaming accessories and expanding its product line to cater to different gaming platforms. Backbone's overall impact lies in its ability to seamlessly integrate high-quality hardware with user-friendly software, thereby transforming the mobile gaming landscape and enhancing the user experience for gamers worldwide.

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Backbone - Quick Facts

Who are Backbone's competitors?

Companies similar to Backbone include Gamevice, Kickback, Backspaces and Backplane.

When was Backbone founded?

Backbone was founded in 2018.

Where is Backbone's headquarters located?

Backbone's headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA, US.

When was Backbone's last funding round?

Backbone's most recent funding round was for $40M (USD) in February 2022.

How much has Backbone raised to-date?

As of Feb 23, 2022, Backbone has raised a total of $40M (USD).

How many employees does Backbone have?

Backbone has 86 employees as of Feb 5, 2024.

Backbone - Classification

Industry
  • Hardware
Ownership
  • Private
Technology
  • Hardware
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Recurring
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Gaming Controllers
Tags
  • eSports