The iPhone is a line of smartphones produced by Apple Inc. which uses Apple’s own iOS mobile operating system. The first-generation iPhone was announced by then-Apple CEO Steve Jobs on January 9, 2007. Since then, Apple has annually released new iPhone models and iOS updates.
Apple’s iPhone is one of the most iconic smartphones in the world. Here is a brief history of the iPhone:
iPhone (2007): The first iPhone was launched in 2007, featuring a 3.5-inch display, a 2-megapixel camera, and a single home button.
iPhone 3G (2008): The iPhone 3G was released in 2008 and featured 3G network support and the App Store.
iPhone 3GS (2009): The iPhone 3GS was released in 2009 and featured a faster processor, a 3-megapixel camera, and video recording.
iPhone 4 (2010): The iPhone 4 was released in 2010 and featured a redesigned look, a 5-megapixel camera, and a front-facing camera.
iPhone 4S (2011): The iPhone 4S was released in 2011 and featured a faster processor, an improved camera, and the Siri voice assistant.
iPhone 5 (2012): The iPhone 5 was released in 2012 and featured a larger 4-inch display, a thinner design, and support for 4G LTE networks.
iPhone 5S/5C (2013): The iPhone 5S and 5C were released in 2013. The 5S featured a fingerprint scanner and a faster processor, while the 5C was a cheaper, plastic version of the iPhone 5.
iPhone 6/6 Plus (2014): The iPhone 6 and 6 Plus were released in 2014 and featured larger 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch displays, respectively.
iPhone 6S/6S Plus (2015): The iPhone 6S and 6S Plus were released in 2015 and featured a faster processor, 3D Touch technology, and an improved camera.
iPhone SE (2016): The iPhone SE was released in 2016 and featured a 4-inch display and the same processor as the iPhone 6S.
iPhone 7/7 Plus (2016): The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus were released in 2016 and featured a water-resistant design, stereo speakers, and improved cameras.
iPhone 8/8 Plus (2017): The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus were released in 2017 and featured a glass-back design, wireless charging, and improved cameras.
iPhone X (2017): The iPhone X was released in 2017 and featured a bezel-less design, Face ID, and a new gesture-based interface.
iPhone XR/XS/XS Max (2018): The iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max were released in 2018. The XR featured a lower price point and LCD display, while the XS and XS Max featured OLED displays and improved cameras.
iPhone 11/11 Pro/11 Pro Max (2019): The iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max were released in 2019 and featured improved cameras, faster processors, and new color options.
iPhone SE (2020): The second-generation iPhone SE was released in 2020 and featured a similar design to the iPhone 8 but with an upgraded processor.
iPhone 12/12 Pro/12 Pro Max/12 Mini (2020): The iPhone 12 series was released in 2020 and featured a new flat-edge design, 5G connectivity, and improved cameras. The 12 Mini was a smaller version of the iPhone 12.
iPhone 13/13 Pro/13 Pro Max/13 Mini (2021): The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Mini were officially announced alongside the ninth-generation iPad, 6th generation iPad Mini, Apple Watch Series 7, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max by a virtual press event filmed and recorded at Apple Park in Cupertino, California on September 14, 2021