2007 / Released

iPhone (original)

Original iPhone beside iPhone 7, Apple’s ten-year retrospective

The first entry in the iPhone story.

Introduced: 2007
Status: Released
Verified: October 9, 2026
Coverage: Representative historical record

The starting point

Apple lists the original iPhone in 4 GB, 8 GB and 16 GB capacities. The aluminum back and physical Home button make it a recognizable early design.

This is a historical reference, not a current buying recommendation. Compatibility and serviceability require separate checks.

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Identify iPhone.

Apple lists iPhone as an iPhone model introduced in 2007. The following identification facts come from Apple’s model reference, checked October 9, 2026.

Capacities: 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB

Back housing material: anodized aluminum
SIM tray at the top
Serial number engraved on the rear case

Model identifiers vary by region. Check the identifier on the actual device and use Apple’s source to distinguish regional versions. Historical capacities and colors do not indicate present availability or device condition.

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This is a model identification record. A dedicated ownership review and model-specific buying guide have not yet been published.