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PopSockets
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 24, 2026
PopSockets

PopSockets

PopSockets LLC: A leading provider of innovative, removable smartphone grips since 2012.

HQ
Boulder, CO, US
Founded
2012
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PopSockets LLC, founded in 2012 by former philosophy professor David Barnett, is a consumer electronics accessory company specializing in removable grips for smartphones. The company's core mission is to enhance the functionality and style of mobile devices through innovative and user-friendly products. PopSockets' flagship product is the "PopGrip," a versatile grip that can also serve as a stand and a cable wrap. The company targets a broad market, including tech-savvy consumers and fashion-conscious individuals looking for customizable phone accessories.

Notable figures associated with PopSockets include its founder David Barnett, whose vision has driven the company's growth. The company has received investments from prominent venture capital firms, contributing to its rapid expansion. Key achievements include widespread adoption of PopGrips, partnerships with major retailers, and a strong presence in over 40 countries. PopSockets has significantly impacted the consumer electronics accessory market by combining functionality with personal expression, making it a staple for millions of smartphone users worldwide.

PopSockets - Quick Facts

When was PopSockets founded?

PopSockets was founded in 2012.

Where is PopSockets' headquarters located?

PopSockets' headquarters is located in Boulder, CO, US.

How much has PopSockets raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2017, PopSockets has raised a total of $365k (USD).

How many employees does PopSockets have?

PopSockets has 209 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

PopSockets - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Smartphone Grips
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • Retail
NAICS
  • 334200Communications Equipment Manufacturing
  • 334220Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
SIC
  • 3600Electronic And Other Electrical Equipment And Components, Except Computer
  • 3670Electronic Components And Accessories
  • 3679Electronic Components, Not Elsewhere Classified
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NAICS
  • 335000Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
SIC
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries