The 1st Gen/OG iPhone still works.
Jobs’ original presentation is still fascinating. He had to explain an entirely new and different device to the world. It’s kind of surprising to see the reactions.
They introduced ‘three new products’: a widescreen iPod with touch controls, a mobile phone, and a breakthrough internet communicator. At first, people were confused by the ‘internet communicator’ part, and the reaction was muted. It’s funny to think about now, as no one could have known just how big of an impact the iPhone would have.
Here’s a link to the original presentation: https://youtu.be/GK55ElsVzxM
I was there in 2007. The impressive thing is that the iPhone was so spot on from the start that we’re still doing the same things with the same apps today.
Lex said:
I was there in 2007. The impressive thing is that the iPhone was so spot on from the start that we’re still doing the same things with the same apps today.
Remember how big of a deal it was that you couldn’t change the battery? BlackBerry always advertised how easy it was to swap out the battery. Apple, on the other hand, took the approach of ‘it is what it is.’ That was a big shift.
@Skylar
I’m still a bit annoyed about that battery issue.
Jonah said:
@Skylar
I’m still a bit annoyed about that battery issue.
I’ve never really needed to replace my battery. On the rare occasion I need extra power, I just bring an external pack. Honestly, I don’t even bother bringing one on long hiking trips since my phone lasts just fine. My Apple Watch is a different story though. I miss my Fitbit’s 5-day battery life.
@Skylar
Ah, those were the days. BlackBerry also made a big fuss about the iPhone lacking a physical keyboard. And the outrage when the iPhone didn’t have Adobe Flash or Java.
Lex said:
I was there in 2007. The impressive thing is that the iPhone was so spot on from the start that we’re still doing the same things with the same apps today.
Exactly! The same things but with better performance.
Lex said:
I was there in 2007. The impressive thing is that the iPhone was so spot on from the start that we’re still doing the same things with the same apps today.
Actually, the first iPhone didn’t have third-party apps. It only supported web apps. The App Store came later with the iPhone 3G, after developers voiced their concerns.
It was an unforgettable experience watching phones evolve from flip phones to the first iPhone. Seeing that shift was truly a once-in-a-lifetime event. As a tech geek back then, I can’t even explain how crazy it felt.
@Finley
When I first experienced the touch screen on the 1st Gen iPhone, it felt like magic. The fact that your finger could interact with the screen was just mind-blowing.
@Finley
My first phone was a dumb one, so the iPhone felt like a huge upgrade. I’ll never forget the days of calling home from payphones to let my family know I was safe.
It’s wild to think there are people who weren’t born when the iPhone launched in 2007. Now they’re teenagers or even 18-year-olds using iPhones.
Sorry, I was busy in middle school.
Phoenix said:
Sorry, I was busy in middle school.
Busy… 
Good times. It has come a long way.
The best part for me with the first iPhone was texting like you were using an instant messenger. Going from a T9 keypad to a touchscreen was mind-blowing at the time.
Deen said:
The best part for me with the first iPhone was texting like you were using an instant messenger. Going from a T9 keypad to a touchscreen was mind-blowing at the time.
I never thought texting would catch on. It seemed so silly to me back then. But the very next morning, I was texting, making calls, sending emails, and browsing the web from bed! The 20- and 30-year-olds of today have no idea how much this changed our daily routines. Now they’re complaining about bezels and chip speeds!
What I wouldn’t give for a small phone again.
Briar said:
What I wouldn’t give for a small phone again.
iPhone 16 mini, please?