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First portable phone
The first portable phone model (Motorola DynaTAC 8000X) was created. Each one cost $4000. -
First flip phones
A foldable keyboard cover was included in MicroTAC model by Motorola. The first flip phone model was launched: it was smaller and more comfortable than previous models. -
Mass production
Mobile phones were no longer restricted to business use. Many different models were launched by companies (like Nokia) for particular users. -
Technological features
In 1999, the first phone with WAP technology was launched by Nokia. One year later, a camera was included for the first time in a mobile phone by Sharp, but it only was sold in Japan. -
Mobile phones become smart
High-speed networks (2G-3G…) were already developed. Full-colour touch screens were included. Although Nokia N95 is considered to be the first Smartphone, the first iPhone was launched by Apple in 2007. It was a huge success and was sold all over the world. -
Personal devices
Siri and Google Voice were installed in the most popular models, so the phone could be controlled by the user’s voice. A heart rate monitor app was also included in Samsung Galaxy S5. -
The age of speed
5G technology is developed: high-quality images and videos are displayed by most of models. Bigger screens are designed to offer a much more visual experience. Selfie cameras are widely introduced.