iPhone (1st generation)
The 2007 original — the phone that started the smartphone era.
The iPhone (1st generation) is a flagship Apple smartphone released Jun 2007, with a launch price of $499. It pairs the Samsung S5L8900 with a 3.5" LCD display, a 2 MP main camera and a 1,400 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 8/100 — The phone that started everything. Standout strengths: the phone that defined the modern smartphone. and first mainstream capacitive multi-touch display. Main trade-off: edge-only — no 3g.
The phone that started everything.
The original 2007 iPhone created the modern smartphone category. By any modern spec it is obsolete — but its place in history is unmatched. A museum piece.
Read the full review- The phone that defined the modern smartphone.
- First mainstream capacitive multi-touch display.
- Iconic aluminium-and-glass design.
- A genuine turning point in technology.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone (1st generation) released?
The iPhone (1st generation) was released in Jun 2007.
How much does the iPhone (1st generation) cost?
The iPhone (1st generation) launched at $499 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iPhone (1st generation) screen size and type?
The iPhone (1st generation) has a 3.5" LCD display.
What chipset does the iPhone (1st generation) use?
The iPhone (1st generation) is powered by the Samsung S5L8900 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone (1st generation) have?
The iPhone (1st generation) ships with 128 MB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone (1st generation) battery capacity?
The iPhone (1st generation) has a 1,400 mAh battery.
How fast does the iPhone (1st generation) charge?
The iPhone (1st generation) supports ~5 W (30-pin dock) wired charging.
Does the iPhone (1st generation) have wireless charging?
The iPhone (1st generation) does not support wireless charging.
What is the iPhone (1st generation) main camera?
The iPhone (1st generation) has a 2 MP main camera.
How much does the iPhone (1st generation) weigh?
The iPhone (1st generation) weighs 135 g.
What colours does the iPhone (1st generation) come in?
The iPhone (1st generation) is available in 1 colour: Aluminium & Black.
Is the iPhone (1st generation) worth buying?
The original 2007 iPhone created the modern smartphone category. By any modern spec it is obsolete — but its place in history is unmatched. A museum piece. SpecEagle gives the iPhone (1st generation) an editorial score of 8/100.
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