# NetBooks

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/netbooks

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.netbooks.com
- Total disclosed funding: $7.9M
- Latest round: Series B (Dec 26, 2008)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

NetBooks Inc. specializes in mobile computing solutions, offering a range of lightweight netbooks designed to enhance user experiences for students, professionals, and casual users.Founded in 2006 in San Francisco, US, NetBooks Inc. provides portable netbook solutions. The company participated in 8 funding rounds, with the latest funding round being a Seed round amounting to USD 0.19 mn, which is also the total amount raised. In November 2014, NetBooks Inc. was acquired by Zipmark.NetBooks Inc. specializes in providing innovative netbook solutions designed to enhance mobile computing experiences. Their primary products include a range of lightweight, portable netbooks that feature robust processing capabilities and extended battery life, catering to the needs of students, professionals, and casual users. Launched in various iterations over the past decade, these netbooks are engineered to support a wide array of applications, from educational software to productivity tools, thus addressing the growing demand for efficient on-the-go computing. The company's customer base primarily consists of educational institutions, tech-savvy professionals, and individual consumers seeking affordable yet high-functioning devices. Geographically, their products are marketed across North America, Europe, and select regions in Asia, ensuring a broad reach within the competitive technology landscape.Revenue generation for NetBooks Inc. is primarily driven through direct-to-consumer sales and strategic partnerships with retailers and educational institutions. The business model typically involves customers purchasing netbooks either outright or through financing options that may include monthly payment plans. The company has established various pricing tiers for its flagship products, thereby catering to different segments of the market; for instance, premium models with enhanced features may be offered at higher price points compared to entry-level versions. By leveraging a combination of retail sales and institutional partnerships, the company effectively maximizes its market penetration and revenue streams, ensuring a steady flow of transactions that support its growth initiatives.NetBooks Inc. aims to expand its product line with new netbook models designed to meet evolving consumer demands. The company is also targeting expansion into select markets in Asia by 2016 to tap into the growing demand for mobile computing solutions. The Seed funding round completed in November 2014 will be utilized to support these initiatives and enhance product development efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Dec 26, 2008, $1M — Presidio Partners
- Series A, Sep 5, 2007, $6.9M — Presidio Partners, Integral Capital Partners

## Investors

- Presidio Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/presidio-partners) — Series A, Series B
- Integral Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/integral-capital-partners) — Series A