Apple's next phone, the iPhone 13 is set to release sometime in fall Fans are looking forward to the September 14 Apple Event to find out more about the device we've been waiting so long for. Until then, watch as this list counts down a timeline every single iPhone release starting in , to the latest iPhone 12 - plus rumors for the upcoming iPhone 13 release.
Released on June 29, , the original Apple iPhone, had a 3. Compared to phone memory today that doesn't seem like much, but it was enormous at the time. It had a MB memory, which was fairly impressive, and weighed just grams. It was, however, considered ahead of its time, and as Apple, who had now "reimagined the phone," were bathing in the glow of the iPhone's success.
Apple immediately began plans for a new iPhone, aimed at beating its predecessor, in every category. This was not an easy task given the available technology at the time. Hardly one year after the release of the first iPhone, which took place before the App Store, Apple released the "phone you have all been waiting for. It was The differences between the iPhone 3 and the original iPhone were slight, except for the App Store and its 3G connectivity.
Even so, it sold a million units in the first weekend of its release. It was really an incredible feat of marketing and technology and paved the way for the next phone, which again promised to be better than the last phone. Less than 11 months after the ground-breaking iPhone3, Apple, riding the success of the previous version, released the iPhone 3G S on June 19, At the time it was deemed the "most powerful" phone ever made.
It also sold a million units in its first week. Apple realized that with the recent introduction of its App Store, 16 GB wasn't going to cut it, so they released this version with 32 GB max, and a MB memory, which was double as compared to the MB of the iPhone and the iPhone 3G.
With 9. Selling 4 million units in its first week, things seemed to be just getting better and better for Apple. Even more successful than its predecessor, it sold 5 million units sold in its first week. The iOS was originally developed to run on the iPhone. In iOS 11, the emphasis shifted from the iPhone to the iPad. Sure, iOS 11 contains lots of improvements for the iPhone, but its major focus is turning the iPad Pro series models into legitimate laptop replacements for some users.
This is done through a series of changes designed to make the iOS running on iPad a lot more like a desktop operating system. These changes include all new drag and drop support, split screen apps and multiple workspaces, a file browser app, and support for notation and handwriting with the Apple Pencil. Support ended: Current version: It was released on July 22, Initial version: It was released on Sept. The ecosystem that Apple built around the iOS has long been referred to as a "walled garden" because it's a very pleasant place to be on the inside, but it's hard to gain access to.
This was reflected in the many ways Apple locked down the interface of the iOS the options it gave to apps. Cracks began to show in the walled garden in iOS 10, and Apple put them there. The major themes of iOS 10 were interoperability and customization. Apps could now communicate directly with each other on a device, allowing one app to use some features from another without opening the second app.
Siri became available to third-party apps in new ways. There were even apps built into iMessage now. Beyond that, users now had new ways to customize their experiences, from finally! Support ended: Final version: 9. After a few years of major changes to both the interface and technical foundation of the iOS, many observers began to charge that the iOS was no longer the stable, dependable, solid performer it had once been.
They suggested that Apple should focus on shoring up the foundation of the OS before adding new features. That's just what the company did with iOS 9.
While it did add some new features, this release was generally aimed at solidifying the foundation of the OS for the future. Major improvements were delivered in speed and responsiveness, stability, and performance on older devices. Support ended: Final version: 8. It was released on Aug. More consistent and stable operation returned to the iOS in version 8. With the radical changes of the last two versions now in the past, Apple once again focused on delivering major new features.
Among these features was its secure, contactless payment system Apple Pay and, with the iOS 8. Support ended: Final version: 7. It was released on June 30, Initial version: It was released on Sept.
Like iOS 6, iOS 7 was met with substantial resistance upon its release. Unlike iOS 6, though, the cause of unhappiness among iOS 7 users wasn't that things didn't work. Rather, it was because things had changed. After the firing of Scott Forstall, iOS development was overseen by Jony Ive, Apple's head of design, who had previously only worked on hardware.
In this version of the iOS, Ive ushered in a major overhaul of the user interface, designed to make it more modern. While the design was indeed more modern, its small, thin fonts were hard to read for some users and frequent animations caused motion sickness for others. The design of the current iOS is derived from the changes made in iOS 7.
After Apple made improvements, and users became accustomed to the changes, complaints subsided. Support ended: Final version: 6. It was released on Feb. Controversy was one of the dominant themes of iOS 6. While this version introduced the world to Siri — which, despite being later surpassed by competitors, was a truly revolutionary technology — problems with it also led to major changes. The driver of these problems was Apple's increasing competition with Google, whose Android smartphone platform was posing a threat to the iPhone.
Google had supplied the Maps and YouTube apps pre-installed with the iPhone since 1. In iOS 6, that changed. Apple introduced its own Maps app, which was badly received due to bugs, bad directions, and problems with certain features. When he refused, Cook fired him. Forstall had been involved with the iPhone since before the first model, so this was a profound change.
The displays were edge to edge, and it all looked great with the Super Retina HD display. The biggest upgrade might be the smallest; the A12 bionic chip increased the processing power while decreasing battery drain.
The iPhone XR was also announced at the September event, but wasn't available right away. Because it was the cheaper of the new models, quite a few people decided to wait for the XR to be available. The iPhone 11 is the least expensive of Apple's annual line, but still has enough new features to be in the running for 's most popular iPhone.
The device features a 6. The most exciting addition may be the second camera on the back of the 11, both 12 MP, and offering wide and ultra-wide lenses. For Apple customers looking for a smaller phone with a top-of-the-line display, the iPhone 11 Pro was perfect.
The 5. This phone featured not two, but three, 12 MP HDR camera lenses, offering wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses. The color options were more muted than the iPhone 11, but there was always the option to add a flashy case! Apple's largest and most expensive phone of was the iPhone 11 Pro Max. The Pro Max featured the same, three-lens camera setup as the 11 Pro, as well as the same color choices, making size nearly the only difference between the devices.
The iPhone SE is the second of its kind, and is loved by those who prefer smaller iPhones. Apple takes a few cues from the past with this throwback iPhone. The 4. The second-generation SE offers many of the features of Apple's most expensive iPhones, including an A13 Bionic chip, advanced camera system with Portrait mode and Depth Control, high-definition video, wireless charging capability, and long battery life. The iPhone 12 mini is a surprisingly small but still very powerful addition to the iPhone family.
This thin and incredibly light smartphone measures in at just 5. The only notable differences between the iPhone 12 mini and the iPhone 12 are that the mini is smaller and has an estimated battery life that's 2 hours shorter than that of the larger iPhone The 6. This mid-range model also includes the dual-lens camera, which is good enough for everyday users.
However, Apple did include some impressive upgrades to their higher-end iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max phones for those who choose their iPhones for their camera capabilities,. The iPhone 12 Pro boasts some very fancy camera and color upgrades as compared to the 12 and the 12 mini, but comes in the same 6.
New camera features introduced in include a triple-lens arrangement like we saw with the iPhone 11 Pro models, but with LiDAR scanning, improved Night Mode, and enhanced zoom range and lens functions. Both iPhone 12 Pro models include the fastest aperture ever used in an iPhone. Apple has added RAW photos for superior pro editing capability, and has included Dolby Vision up to 60 frames per second in the Pro models.
The iPhone 12 Pro Max, features all of the benefits of the 12 Pro, but with some upgrades and a considerable size difference. The most distinguishing characteristic of this iPhone is its screen size.
The iPhone 13 line's base model maintains many of the design features re- introduced in the iPhone 12 series, but comes with a 20 percent smaller notch, accommodated by a new camera layout. It runs on the A15 chip, which is an upgrade over the previous generation of iPhones, and the camera features some significant improvements, including Cinematic mode and Photographic Styles.
A big selling point for the iPhone 13 is the price point: it starts at the same price as the iPhone 12 did when released, but its base model offers double the storage space. The screen size remains the same at 6. Like its bigger siblings, the iPhone 13 mini runs on Apple's A15 Bionic chip, making it a powerhouse in a small package.
Its battery life has improved up to an hour and a half a day over the iPhone 12 mini. As with other iPhone 13 models, the mini features big camera improvements, and the most storage available of any mini model at a maximum storage capacity of GB. Its design and physical size also largely mirror the iPhone 12 mini, clocking in with a screen size of 5.
The iPhone 13 Pro features a 6. It needs it, considering all the new camera features make for pretty bulky file sizes. It is also powered by the A15 chip and comes in silver, graphite, gold, and sierra blue.
The iPhone 13 Pro Max offers everything the Pro does, but bigger. Its screen is the same size as the iPhone 12 Pro Max: 6. It, like the rest of the iPhone 13 line, is a bit heavier and thicker than its predecessor, despite sharing the same dimensions otherwise. It, too, offers a 1 TB storage capacity option, and Apple says the battery is able to support up to 28 hours of non-stop video playback.
With the heftiest pricetag of any iPhone, the iPhone Pro Max is the ultimate top-of-the-line model available. As of fall , there have been a total of 13 series of the iPhone, and most releases included multiple models. Apple has released a total of 33 iPhones over the years, including the latest iPhone 13 line and the iPhone SE second generation. We've given you a complete look at each iPhone evolution, starting when Steve Jobs unveiled the original iPhone in As you can see, the iPhone has gone through a lot of changes, from a 16 GB web browser to a 1 TB all-in-one camera, workspace, and entertainment center.
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