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1994
The first smartphone was created by IBM in 1992 and released for market in 1994. It was called the Simon Personal Communicator. The bulky device featured several elements that became staples to every smartphone that followed. -
2001
Cellphones begin internet connectivity. Videoconferencing and email capabilities become more common across phones. Nokia 8250 is an example. -
2007
Apple's iPhone is introduced, revolutionizing the industry with music, internet and phone capabilities. iPhones were all touch screen and shaped the format of the smart phone up to modern day. -
2020
Today, over 21 different types of iPhones have been manufactured. There are more than 100 million iPhones users in the United States, and are considered the standard across many nations