Review the feature upgrades and innovations of each generation of iPhone

Preface

Since Apple released its first iPhone in 2007, Apple has continuously launched a series of innovative iPhones, with each generation bringing major feature upgrades. Let’s review the dazzling new features of iPhones released in the past.

First generation iPhone (2007)

• multi-touch screen
• 2G network support
• 3.5 inch screen
• 128MB RAM
• 2 million pixel camera

iPhone 3G（2008）

• 3G network support
• Introducing GPS navigation
• Launch App Store

iPhone 3GS（2009）

• Double the memory and storage capacity
• Introducing video recording function
• Introducing voice control function for the first time

iPhone 4（2010）

• Retina display
• Use A4 chip
• Introducing front-facing camera and Face Time video calling
• Added LED flash for the first time

iPhone 4S（2011）

• Introducing Siri voice assistant
• Use A5 chip
• Improve antenna design
• Support 1080P video recording

iPhone 5（2012）

• Screen size increased to 4 inches
• 4G LTE network support
• Adopt new Lightning interface
• Using Nano-SIM card for the first time

iPhone 5c and 5s (2013)

• iPhone 5c uses polycarbonate body and comes in various colors
• iPhone 5s uses 64-bit A7 chip for the first time
• Introducing Touch ID fingerprint recognition for the first time

iPhone 6 and 6 Plus (2014)

• Screen sizes are 4.7 inches and 5.5 inches respectively
• Featuring a new metal design
• Supports NFC and Apple Pay for the first time

iPhone 6s and 6s Plus (2015)

• Introducing 3D Touch technology
• First time using A9 chip
• Improve front and rear camera pixels

iPhone 7 and 7 Plus (2016)

• Cancel the 3.5 mm headphone jack
• Supports IP67 dustproof and waterproof
• Introducing dual speakers
• First time using A10 chip

iPhone 8 and 8 Plus (2017)

• Glass back cover supports wireless charging
• Introducing A11 chip
• Added support for fast charging function
• Introducing HEIF and HEVC encoding

iPhone X（2017）

• Full screen design
• First use of OLED display
• Introducing Face ID facial recognition
• new design language

iPhone XS and XS Max (2018)

• A12 chip and more memory
• Introducing SmartHDR photography technology
• Support dual SIM cards for the first time
• Higher screen brightness

iPhone XR（2018）

• In addition to white and black, there are also blue, yellow, coral, and red
• The capacity is only 64G and 128G

iPhone 11 series (2019)

• Introducing ultra-wide-angle camera
• New night mode shooting
• A13 chip and more memory
• Introducing U1 chip to support ultra-wideband technology

iPhone 12 series (2020)

• Using 5G network support
• Introducing MagSafe magnetic charging
• A14 chip and OLED display
• New LiDAR sensor

iPhone 13 series (2021)

Higher screen brightness,
new A15 chip,
introduction of Cinematic mode video shooting
Pro models, introduction of ProMotion display

iPhone 14 series (2022)

• Cancel the mini model and add the Plus model
• First use of A16 bionic chip
• Smart island and all-weather display
• Added 48-megapixel main camera
• Sports mode video anti-shake

iPhone 15 series (2023)

• USB-C port replaces Lightning port
• Uses new titanium bezel
• New A17 Pro chip
• Added Thread network technology
• Added College Color Coding System (ACES)

Summarize

As can be seen from the information compiled above, each generation of iPhone introduces new hardware technologies, such as faster processors, higher-resolution screens, more advanced cameras, larger battery capacity, etc. These hardware upgrades improve the experience in terms of performance, image quality, battery life, and more.

At the same time, new system versions are released every year, bringing various new features and improvements. These updates improve the user interface, add new features, and improve system stability and security.

The iPhone's appearance and craftsmanship receive minor tweaks or major improvements with each generation. This includes improvements in case materials, screen bezels, camera modules, and more to improve look, feel, and durability.