Cell Startup Ideas

5 years ago

A startup that collects data on the world’s 4.5 billion-odd cellphones and builds a giant map of their locations with all the phone data available.

625

2 years ago

A company that makes a tiny camera for cell phones that can see around corners and capture 1080p video. The startup says it’s making a better m18, one of the most popular cameras in the world.

494

4 years ago

An algorithm that tells you how to play games like Solitaire: FreeCell, Spider Solitaire, and Hearts

379

3 years ago

A lightweight, secure, and encrypted VPN that works over cellular data and Wi-Fi.

308

3 years ago

A healthcare startup that treats cancer and other diseases with stem cells.

227

4 years ago

The idea behind this startup is that there are 100s of millions of people who don’t use their car’s navigation system, but do know how to use their cellphones. The startup wants to solve the problem by building a service for people to use their phone’s GPS to give them directions.

208

2 years ago

A startup and mobile app for selling tickets to events, which can be refunded if a show gets cancelled, or resold if there isn’t enough demand.

198

4 years ago

A platform for mobile service providers (e.g. cell phone companies, wireless carriers) to manage their business operations, and a business-to-business platform for mobile service providers to engage with consumers. The company has three contracts, all with mobile carriers.

188

5 years ago

A SaaS platform for people to manage their cell phone accounts. It sits on top of a person’s existing carrier account and allows them to view their data and make payments. It’s in early beta.

182

3 years ago

A startup whose product is a smart-home security system that monitors your home and sends alerts to your cell phone if anything goes wrong.

159

5 years ago

A company that looks to make it easier for people to order delivery from restaurants through their cell phone, using an app.

156

5 years ago

A platform for the design and manufacture of solar cells. The startup wants to make solar cells more accessible for people in the developing world, with a focus on the Middle East.

156

5 years ago

A company that makes a printable device for measuring the distance between two objects. The product is a small, inexpensive laser point that can be attached to things like cell phones, cameras, and other devices.

148

5 years ago

A startup for users to sell their used cell phone and get it unlocked.

148

5 years ago

A digital solution for people to reliably secure their home and personal property with a cell phone.

145

5 years ago

A startup that wants to make a better way to manage wine cellars. The startup is building a software that would allow people to see what’s on their wine cellar, and plan out their purchases in advance, and then automatically order them when a shipment comes in.

142

5 years ago

A startup that promises to improve the reliability of your WiFi, by giving you a constant connection to the internet even when you’re in an area with weak signals. The idea is pretty simple — by bouncing a signal off of a cell tower, the startup is able to provide a stronger signal to the device. At the moment, it’s in a sort of alpha stage — the company will be launching a Kickstarter in early 2016 to help fund a smartphone app, which will then be released for the general public.

142

5 years ago

A platform that lets you see the “live” traffic on a website, so you can see how long a user is on your site before buying and/or cancelling a subscription.

133

5 years ago

“A low-cost, durable, and scalable solution for the enterprise that replaces the expense of traditional PDAs and cellphones.”

122

5 years ago

A cell phone service for the homeless that allows them to send and receive money via text message.

121

2 years ago

The company’s slogan is, “Sending is better than email.” Their cloud-based email service, Mailbird, allows you to send email from any device, even your cell phone, with a single click.

121

4 years ago

A startup that wants to help people save the cost of a cell phone plan by letting them bring their own phone, and set it up to work on their carrier’s network.

116

5 years ago

A SaaS platform that helps customers purchase, manage, and monitor cellular phone accounts.

113

4 years ago

A cellphone app that automatically suggests time-saving, healthy habits for you.

110

3 years ago

A mobile application for the payment of utility bills. The startup is working with utilities across the US to allow customers to pay bills on their cell phones.

108

4 years ago

An online platform for people to sell their old cell phones on. It has about 100,000 people already listing their phones, most of whom are in the U.S.

104

4 years ago

A company that helps your corporate phone number be your personal cell phone number.

99

3 years ago

A platform that makes calls to your cell phone, and is currently being tested in the US.

97

3 years ago

A company that makes it easier for businesses to use voice-activated technology by giving them a tool that simplifies the process of integrating cell phone apps with voice interfaces. The startup is based in Denver, Colorado.

96

2 years ago

A platform for researching new drugs, based on a mechanism called “Optogenetics” that allows scientists to turn cells on and off with light.

94

5 years ago

a legal service that helps people make legal documents on their cell phones. Their app allows users to make a legal document using their voice and can be completed with a single tap.

93

4 years ago

A startup that is building a platform that will allow people to save and withdraw money from their savings accounts through their cell phone.

88

3 years ago

This is an app that can help you find out when you’re going to need a new cell phone

84

2 years ago

A platform that helps people get work done without the hassle of cell phone calls or emails.

83

4 years ago

A platform that helps people shop for less-expensive accessories for their cell phone.

82

3 years ago

An e-commerce platform for buying and selling cellphone accessories in the Philippines.

81

3 years ago

A platform that allows people to view their own medical records on their cell phone in real-time, so they can see what’s up with their health.

73

4 years ago

A digital wallet that helps people in developing countries get access to products they can’t access otherwise, like cell phones or internet access.

72

4 years ago

A stand-alone app that allows users to control their thermostats from their cell phones

70

2 years ago

A daily news digest for high-schoolers that lets them mix and match a set of curated stories, and get it delivered to their cell phones every day. What’s unique about this startup is that it’s developed a way to let readers select which stories they want to read from the curated selection.

70

4 years ago

The startup’s mission is to make the internet as cheap as a phone call. Its technology uses existing cellular networks to make cheap local and international peer-to-peer calls.

69

2 years ago

This is a startup that wants to take on the oil industry. It’s developing a system that uses algae to power fuel cells to create electricity and chemical reactions that can be used to clean up oil spills.

68

3 years ago

A platform that allows people to sell their old cellphones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices online.

64

2 years ago

A startup that is developing a new type of fuel cell that uses water instead of air. The fuel cell will be 58% more efficient than the current leading technology.

62

3 years ago

A startup that helps people sell or donate their old phones to help fund their next phone. The company says that 80% of cell phones on the market are still in use, and that used phones are worth about $20 in the US. The startup connects with consumers on their cell phone, and ships them cash or an Amazon gift card to use.

61

3 years ago

This startup is building a service to help people create their own “satellite” internet, connecting it to existing cellular networks. The founders of the startup say the service is a better alternative to the speeds of existing satellite broadband.

60

3 years ago

A platform that helps parents manage their children’s everything from school and extracurricular activities to college visits and birthdays. The founders say they’ve launched a beta version of the platform that lets parents order and schedule activities, and set rules around cancelling and rescheduling. The founders also have a personal story about how their startup led them to discover their company’s mission.

60

3 years ago

A payment and subscription service that lets you save money on your cell phone bill and get a discount on your phone plan.

58

3 years ago

A startup that’s building a platform that lets malls and grocery stores in Mexico create cellphone-based chatbots that people can interact with on their phones.

57

3 years ago

A healthcare startup that wants to help biotech companies test new drug combinations in mice, instead of relying on elite clinical trials. The startup uses 2D and 3D cell cultures to test the effects of possible drug combinations on the mice.

56

3 years ago

A medical device company that wants to make it easier for people to order medical supplies through their cellphones. The startup is already shipping its devices to doctors and hospitals.

55

3 years ago

This is a virtual reality startup that wants to build 3D imaging for medical research. The company wants to use a combination of 3D scanning and computer vision to capture, model, and analyze a patient’s tissue and organs, in order to train a machine-learning algorithm to identify cells and to spot abnormalities.

55

3 years ago

A travel app that helps people find and book travel arrangements, with free cancellation and no hidden fees.

55

3 years ago

Cempra is developing a new type of cancer immunotherapy called CAR T cell therapies.

54

2 years ago

A startup designed to help small businesses accept payments from the cloud, or from a customer’s cell phone.

53

3 years ago

A way to pay your utility bills, insurance, and cell phone bill all in a single app.

47

3 years ago

A new way to treat cancer, using a bone marrow transplant to reprogram a patient's own cells to attack and kill cancer cells.

47

2 years ago

A startup that sells a type of insurance for cell phone users that offers up to $1,000 for accidental damage. It’s a direct competitor to companies like Square’s Square Capital or Google’s Google Play.

47

2 years ago

A startup that wants to give users the ability to turn their cell phones into a video recorder in case of an emergency, and potentially get a bit of extra money for their footage.

44

3 years ago

A startup that combines data from the web and from people’s cell phones to help organizations understand what kind of power they need and how to get it.

43

3 years ago

This is a startup that wants to help hotel guests and Airbnb hosts with a workaround for Airbnb’s cancellation policy. When a contract is canceled, Airbnb transfers the money to the guest, but the guest doesn’t have the contractual right to it.

40

2 years ago

A product to help people get a higher-quality sound from their cell phones without the need to buy expensive accessories.

36

2 years ago

A utility that lets you pay for your cell phone bill with a single click.

33

2 years ago

A startup that lets people book hotel rooms via text message, with no fees for cancellations.

33

2 years ago

Building on their card readers that allow people to charge their mobile phones with a wireless charger, the company is developing an app that allows users to recharge their cell phones using a wireless charger.

32

2 years ago

A startup that allows users to search and map cell phone towers to find cell phone signal in a given area. The startup is looking to broaden its service to include more than just cell phone signals.

26

2 years ago

The startup wants to extend the reach of cell signal. Its app uses your phone’s GPS to triangulate where you are and then extends coverage to your phone’s wider area. It’s also developing a way to control your phone remotely.

22

2 years ago

An online marketplace for people to sell their old cell phones and electronics. The startup, which was founded in August, is already averaging more than $1,000 in monthly revenue per customer.

22

2 years ago

A startup that makes it easy for people to make “Get Up-to-Date” (GUD) calls, where a doctor can call a patient’s cell phone and get their medical history over the phone.

16

2 years ago

This is a startup that, for all intents and purposes, is a dumb Wi-Fi station, but it does have a twist: it also supports cellular access.

14

2 years ago

Abira is building a new kind of technology that looks at the DNA of your skin cells and can tell what kind of cream you’re using, what kind of food you’re eating, and warn you of food allergies.

12

2 years ago

A company that’s trying to make tech more accessible to the masses by making it cheaper, faster, and more accessible in developing nations. The company is currently working on a product that creates a simplified version of Google’s Android operating system for feature phones, and a suite of tools to help create apps for cell phones.

11

5 years ago

Idea: A startup that helps companies offer benefits like cellphone plans and cellphones to employees, as well as providing employees with a way to manage their spending.

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5 years ago

Idea: A startup for turning your apartment into a hotel. It allows hosts to rent out rooms via a smartphone app, and comes with features like cleaning, check-in, and flexible cancellations. It’s currently free for hosts, and makes money through a 7% cut from bookings.

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5 years ago

Idea: A way to make blood transfusions a thing of the past. The startup is working on a nano-fluidic platform which can deliver stem cells to people who have a need for them.

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5 years ago

Idea: A startup that turns your cell phone or computer into a walkie-talkie. The receiver is a physical device you can carry around. The startup is selling the device for $99, with a month of service starting at $5.

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Cell Startup Ideas

A startup that collects data on the world’s 4.5 billion-odd cellphones and builds a giant map of their locations with all the phone data available.

A company that makes a tiny camera for cell phones that can see around corners and capture 1080p video. The startup says it’s making a better m18, one of the most popular cameras in the world.

An algorithm that tells you how to play games like Solitaire: FreeCell, Spider Solitaire, and Hearts

A lightweight, secure, and encrypted VPN that works over cellular data and Wi-Fi.

A healthcare startup that treats cancer and other diseases with stem cells.

The idea behind this startup is that there are 100s of millions of people who don’t use their car’s navigation system, but do know how to use their cellphones. The startup wants to solve the problem by building a service for people to use their phone’s GPS to give them directions.

A startup and mobile app for selling tickets to events, which can be refunded if a show gets cancelled, or resold if there isn’t enough demand.

A platform for mobile service providers (e.g. cell phone companies, wireless carriers) to manage their business operations, and a business-to-business platform for mobile service providers to engage with consumers. The company has three contracts, all with mobile carriers.

A SaaS platform for people to manage their cell phone accounts. It sits on top of a person’s existing carrier account and allows them to view their data and make payments. It’s in early beta.

A startup whose product is a smart-home security system that monitors your home and sends alerts to your cell phone if anything goes wrong.

A company that looks to make it easier for people to order delivery from restaurants through their cell phone, using an app.

A platform for the design and manufacture of solar cells. The startup wants to make solar cells more accessible for people in the developing world, with a focus on the Middle East.

A company that makes a printable device for measuring the distance between two objects. The product is a small, inexpensive laser point that can be attached to things like cell phones, cameras, and other devices.

A startup for users to sell their used cell phone and get it unlocked.

A digital solution for people to reliably secure their home and personal property with a cell phone.

A startup that wants to make a better way to manage wine cellars. The startup is building a software that would allow people to see what’s on their wine cellar, and plan out their purchases in advance, and then automatically order them when a shipment comes in.

A platform that lets you see the “live” traffic on a website, so you can see how long a user is on your site before buying and/or cancelling a subscription.

“A low-cost, durable, and scalable solution for the enterprise that replaces the expense of traditional PDAs and cellphones.”

A cell phone service for the homeless that allows them to send and receive money via text message.

The company’s slogan is, “Sending is better than email.” Their cloud-based email service, Mailbird, allows you to send email from any device, even your cell phone, with a single click.

A startup that wants to help people save the cost of a cell phone plan by letting them bring their own phone, and set it up to work on their carrier’s network.

A SaaS platform that helps customers purchase, manage, and monitor cellular phone accounts.

A cellphone app that automatically suggests time-saving, healthy habits for you.

A mobile application for the payment of utility bills. The startup is working with utilities across the US to allow customers to pay bills on their cell phones.

An online platform for people to sell their old cell phones on. It has about 100,000 people already listing their phones, most of whom are in the U.S.

A company that helps your corporate phone number be your personal cell phone number.

A platform that makes calls to your cell phone, and is currently being tested in the US.

A company that makes it easier for businesses to use voice-activated technology by giving them a tool that simplifies the process of integrating cell phone apps with voice interfaces. The startup is based in Denver, Colorado.

A platform for researching new drugs, based on a mechanism called “Optogenetics” that allows scientists to turn cells on and off with light.

a legal service that helps people make legal documents on their cell phones. Their app allows users to make a legal document using their voice and can be completed with a single tap.

A startup that is building a platform that will allow people to save and withdraw money from their savings accounts through their cell phone.

This is an app that can help you find out when you’re going to need a new cell phone

A platform that helps people get work done without the hassle of cell phone calls or emails.

A platform that helps people shop for less-expensive accessories for their cell phone.

An e-commerce platform for buying and selling cellphone accessories in the Philippines.

A platform that allows people to view their own medical records on their cell phone in real-time, so they can see what’s up with their health.

A digital wallet that helps people in developing countries get access to products they can’t access otherwise, like cell phones or internet access.

A stand-alone app that allows users to control their thermostats from their cell phones

A daily news digest for high-schoolers that lets them mix and match a set of curated stories, and get it delivered to their cell phones every day. What’s unique about this startup is that it’s developed a way to let readers select which stories they want to read from the curated selection.

The startup’s mission is to make the internet as cheap as a phone call. Its technology uses existing cellular networks to make cheap local and international peer-to-peer calls.

This is a startup that wants to take on the oil industry. It’s developing a system that uses algae to power fuel cells to create electricity and chemical reactions that can be used to clean up oil spills.

A platform that allows people to sell their old cellphones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices online.

A startup that is developing a new type of fuel cell that uses water instead of air. The fuel cell will be 58% more efficient than the current leading technology.

This startup is building a service to help people create their own “satellite” internet, connecting it to existing cellular networks. The founders of the startup say the service is a better alternative to the speeds of existing satellite broadband.

A payment and subscription service that lets you save money on your cell phone bill and get a discount on your phone plan.

A startup that’s building a platform that lets malls and grocery stores in Mexico create cellphone-based chatbots that people can interact with on their phones.

A healthcare startup that wants to help biotech companies test new drug combinations in mice, instead of relying on elite clinical trials. The startup uses 2D and 3D cell cultures to test the effects of possible drug combinations on the mice.

A medical device company that wants to make it easier for people to order medical supplies through their cellphones. The startup is already shipping its devices to doctors and hospitals.

A travel app that helps people find and book travel arrangements, with free cancellation and no hidden fees.

Cempra is developing a new type of cancer immunotherapy called CAR T cell therapies.

A startup designed to help small businesses accept payments from the cloud, or from a customer’s cell phone.

A way to pay your utility bills, insurance, and cell phone bill all in a single app.

A new way to treat cancer, using a bone marrow transplant to reprogram a patient's own cells to attack and kill cancer cells.

A startup that sells a type of insurance for cell phone users that offers up to $1,000 for accidental damage. It’s a direct competitor to companies like Square’s Square Capital or Google’s Google Play.

A startup that wants to give users the ability to turn their cell phones into a video recorder in case of an emergency, and potentially get a bit of extra money for their footage.

A startup that combines data from the web and from people’s cell phones to help organizations understand what kind of power they need and how to get it.

This is a startup that wants to help hotel guests and Airbnb hosts with a workaround for Airbnb’s cancellation policy. When a contract is canceled, Airbnb transfers the money to the guest, but the guest doesn’t have the contractual right to it.

A product to help people get a higher-quality sound from their cell phones without the need to buy expensive accessories.

A utility that lets you pay for your cell phone bill with a single click.

A startup that lets people book hotel rooms via text message, with no fees for cancellations.

Building on their card readers that allow people to charge their mobile phones with a wireless charger, the company is developing an app that allows users to recharge their cell phones using a wireless charger.

A startup that allows users to search and map cell phone towers to find cell phone signal in a given area. The startup is looking to broaden its service to include more than just cell phone signals.

The startup wants to extend the reach of cell signal. Its app uses your phone’s GPS to triangulate where you are and then extends coverage to your phone’s wider area. It’s also developing a way to control your phone remotely.

An online marketplace for people to sell their old cell phones and electronics. The startup, which was founded in August, is already averaging more than $1,000 in monthly revenue per customer.

A startup that makes it easy for people to make “Get Up-to-Date” (GUD) calls, where a doctor can call a patient’s cell phone and get their medical history over the phone.

This is a startup that, for all intents and purposes, is a dumb Wi-Fi station, but it does have a twist: it also supports cellular access.

Abira is building a new kind of technology that looks at the DNA of your skin cells and can tell what kind of cream you’re using, what kind of food you’re eating, and warn you of food allergies.

Idea: A startup that helps companies offer benefits like cellphone plans and cellphones to employees, as well as providing employees with a way to manage their spending.

Idea: A startup for turning your apartment into a hotel. It allows hosts to rent out rooms via a smartphone app, and comes with features like cleaning, check-in, and flexible cancellations. It’s currently free for hosts, and makes money through a 7% cut from bookings.

Idea: A way to make blood transfusions a thing of the past. The startup is working on a nano-fluidic platform which can deliver stem cells to people who have a need for them.

Idea: A startup that turns your cell phone or computer into a walkie-talkie. The receiver is a physical device you can carry around. The startup is selling the device for $99, with a month of service starting at $5.