Let's look back at all the iPhone generations Apple has launched over the past decade
Here is a summary of all the iPhone generations that Apple launched over the past decade, let's review to see how the smartphone has changed drastically.
1. iPhone 2G (2007)
In 2007, Apple unexpectedly introduced the iPhone 2G, the first full-touch phone, while traditional keyboards or qwerty keyboards were in common use. The first generation iPhone of Apple immediately became a phenomenon and changed the habit of using the phone of the user at that time.
iPhone 2G is equipped with capacitive touch to make all touch operations smoother. However, the iPhone 2G only has the highest memory of 16GB, no App Store, no 3G connection, low quality camera. 1.39 million iPhone 2Gs have been shipped, which is not bad for a company's first-generation phone.
2. iPhone 3G (2008)
In 2008, Apple introduced the iPhone 3G with significant improvements compared to the iPhone 2G. The device supports 3G connectivity, GPS navigation, App Store application store.
In terms of design, the iPhone 3G has a plump appearance with a prominent apple logo on the back.
3. iPhone 3GS (2009)
Although the iPhone 3GS does not have many design changes compared to the iPhone 3G, it has outstanding performance (the letter 'S' stands for Speed - Speed).
Camera system, 3G or Bluetooth connectivity of the machine is also upgraded, bringing a better experience for users. The screen of the device is resistant to fingerprints thanks to being equipped with an oleophobic layer. iPhone 3GS can be controlled by voice, precursor of Siri virtual assistant later, this is the first Apple smartphone equipped with this feature.
4. iPhone 4 (2010)
iPhone 4 brings a completely new design with a square appearance, metal frame combined with the rear glass, so far has not been outdated.
The highlight of the iPhone 4 is the convenient front camera cluster, along with FaceTime - face-to-face calling has become Apple's brand.
5. iPhone 4s (2011)
The design of the iPhone 4s has not changed much, but the configuration of the device has been upgraded strongly and added many new features. iPhone 4s is the first smartphone equipped with Siri virtual assistant.
6. iPhone 5 (2012)
The back of the iPhone 5 is finished with a monolithic alloy material, not a glass back. The body has been lengthened to increase the screen size but the width remains the same to ensure the compact, easy to hold and use with one hand.
This is also the first iPhone to incorporate additional stabilization when shooting movies and use the compact Lightning port.
7. iPhone 5s and 5c (2013)
The iPhone 5s is still considered by many to be the most beautiful iPhone Apple has ever created.
iPhone 5s was equipped with a fingerprint sensor (Touch ID) - new security for smartphones then. This smartphone is also equipped with AirDrop data exchange feature that is very convenient and is retained until now.
Unlike the iPhone 5s, the iPhone 5c is designed with a poor plastic cover, so even though it has many unique color versions that have never been found on other iPhone models, it still sinks quickly.
8. iPhone 6/6 Plus (2014)
In 2014, Apple launched the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus duo with two different screen sizes including 4.7 and 5.5 inches, marking a change to keep up with the big screen trend.
9. iPhone 6s / 6s Plus (2015)
The design of iPhone 6s and 6s Plus has not changed much, but the armature has been upgraded and added many new features such as 3D Touch sensor, 2GB RAM, 3D Touch sensor. The duo has additional notes of rose gold (Rose Gold) that ever caused fever.
10. iPhone SE (2016)
In early 2016, Apple suddenly launched an iPhone SE version aimed at users who love a compact but powerful phone. iPhone SE is said to 'identify' iPhone 5s and 'soul' iPhone 6s.
11. iPhone 7/7 Plus (2016)
The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus duo have a strong configuration with Apple A10 processor weighing all tasks. The Plus version is equipped with a dual camera that supports capturing fonts, is waterproof, and 32GB memory capacity is up to 256GB.
Apple has removed the 3.5mm headphone jack on the two products, the Home button switches to touch mechanism with haptic feedback instead of the mechanical Home key.
12. iPhone 8/8 Plus (2017)
The iPhone duo hasn't changed much except that the rear glass is used to support wireless charging.
The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus duo are equipped with powerful configuration, support fast charging.
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13. iPhone X (2017)
iPhone X is a special edition celebrating 10 years of iPhone development. The machine is designed entirely new including 5.8-inch screen using OLED panels, remove the Home key, the rabbit ears contain 3D face recognition and is expensive, $ 1000.
iPhone X is one of Apple's best-selling products.
14. iPhone Xs / Xs Max / Xr (2018)
iPhone Xs / Xs Max does not change too much compared to the iPhone X in addition to having a larger screen version.
iPhone XR is equipped with a LCD screen that is lower than the iPhone Xs and has only one rear camera but the device has a strong configuration, long battery life.
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15. iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max (2019)
The iPhone 11 Pro is no different from the iPhone XS series, but the back of the device is covered with a new layer of roughness with a completely new square rear camera assembly.
The performance of the iPhone 11 Pro series is significantly improved, the battery capacity is larger and it is equipped with Apple U1 signal transmission chip.
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