Provides a subscription-based service offering refurbished, previous-generation iPhones bundled with a lifetime protection plan, free upgrades, and guaranteed battery health above 80%. Reduces e-waste and carbon emissions by extending device lifecycles through rigorous refurbishment, repair, and recycling processes, offering a sustainable alternative to purchasing new devices.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The high cost and rapid obsolescence of new iPhones contribute to electronic waste and environmental concerns. Consumers are often locked into contracts or forced to purchase the latest models, even when their current devices are still functional.
Solution
Afterlife offers a subscription service providing access to refurbished, previous-generation iPhones coupled with a lifetime protection plan. Members receive a device in excellent condition, guaranteed battery health above 80%, and free upgrades to newer models as their phones degrade. The service promotes sustainability by extending the lifespan of iPhones through reuse, repair, and responsible recycling, offering an environmentally conscious alternative to buying new devices. The membership includes a lifetime protection plan covering manufacturing defects and accidental damage, ensuring continuous access to a working iPhone.
Target Audience
Environmentally conscious consumers who want access to iPhones without the high cost and waste associated with purchasing new devices, as well as individuals seeking a flexible, contract-free mobile solution.
Features
- Access to iPhone 13 and 14 series devices in excellent condition
- Lifetime protection plan with unlimited incidents of manufacturing defects and accidental damage
- Free upgrades to the next iPhone generation as the original device degrades
- Guaranteed battery health above 90% at shipment and above 80% over the lifetime of the membership, with free battery replacements if it falls below 80%
- Unlocked devices compatible with all major carriers
- No long-term contracts with cancellation available at any time
- Rigorous inspection, testing, and cleaning process to ensure high-quality devices