Western Digital has acquired Upthere, a start-up that offers an enhanced cloud storage experience for consumers. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Upthere, which is based in Redwood City, California, offers an app that is “designed to be the single home for all of a user’s photos, videos, documents and music.” The Upthere app is available for iPhone, iPad and Android devices, as well as macOS and Windows PCs.
WD said Upthere’s technology and team will augment itss Client Solutions business unit.
In addition, Western Digital announced that Barbara Nelson will lead its Cloud Services business. Ms. Nelson recently joined Western Digital from IronKey, a cloud security business where she was executive vice president and general manager.
