Complete iPhone Release Timeline (2007-2023)

the complete history of the Apple iPhone

The Apple iPhone has been one of the most revolutionary products of the 21st century, transforming the way we communicate, work, and access information. Since its launch in 2007, the iPhone has continued to evolve and innovate, becoming a cultural icon and a symbol of technological progress.

With each new iteration, the iPhone has pushed the boundaries of what is possible in terms of design, performance, and features, while also changing the way we interact with the world around us. From the early days of touchscreens and mobile internet to the era of facial recognition and augmented reality, the history of the iPhone is a fascinating journey through the intersection of technology and culture.

Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive history and timeline of the Apple iPhone product releases, including the release date, end of life date, tech specs, and flagship features. Let us know in the comments – what was your first iPhone? Don’t have an iPhone? Shop Apple iPhones on Amazon

iPhone (2007)

  • Release date: June 29, 2007
  • End-of-life date: July 11, 2008
  • Operating system: iOS 1.0, upgradable to iOS 3.1.3
  • Dimensions: 115 x 61 x 11.6 mm
  • Technical specifications: Samsung S5L8900 processor, 128 MB RAM, 2 MP primary camera, 3.5-inch TFT LCD display, and a touch-based interface.
  • Flagship features: Revolutionary design with multi-touch display, Safari web browser, and a built-in iPod.

iPhone 3G (2008)

  • Release date: July 11, 2008
  • End-of-life date: June 24, 2010
  • Operating system: iOS 2.0, upgradable to iOS 4.2.1
  • Dimensions: 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Samsung S5L8900 processor, 128 MB RAM, 2 MP primary camera, 3.5-inch TFT LCD display, GPS, and 3G connectivity.
  • Flagship features: Improved network speed and support for third-party apps through the App Store.

iPhone 3GS (2009)

  • Release date: June 19, 2009
  • End-of-life date: September 12, 2012
  • Operating system: iOS 3.0, upgradable to iOS 6.1.6
  • Dimensions: 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A4 chip, 256 MB RAM, 3.15 MP primary camera, 3.5-inch TFT LCD display, and a compass.
  • Flagship features: Faster performance, video recording, voice control, and a digital compass.

iPhone 4 (2010)

  • Release date: June 24, 2010
  • End-of-life date: September 10, 2013
  • Operating system: iOS 4, upgradable to iOS 7.1.2
  • Dimensions: 115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A4 chip, 512 MB RAM, 5 MP primary camera, 3.5-inch TFT LCD display, and a front-facing camera.
  • Flagship features: Retina display with higher resolution, front-facing camera for video calls, and a new, more durable design.

iPhone 4s (2011)

    • Release date: October 14, 2011
  • End-of-life date: March 21, 2016
  • Operating system: iOS 5, upgradable to iOS 9.3.6
  • Dimensions: 115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A5 chip, 512 MB RAM, 8 MP primary camera, 3.5-inch TFT LCD display, and Siri voice assistant.
  • Flagship features: Siri, improved camera, and faster performance.

iPhone 5 (2012)

  • Release date: September 21, 2012
  • End-of-life date: September 10, 2013
  • Operating system: iOS 6, upgradable to iOS 10.3.4
  • Dimensions: 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A6 chip, 1 GB RAM

iPhone 6 and 6 Plus (2014)

  • Release date: September 19, 2014
  • End-of-life date: September 2016
  • Operating system: iOS 8, upgradable to iOS 12.5.5
  • Dimensions: iPhone 6: 138.1 x 67 x 6.9 mm, iPhone 6 Plus: 158.1 x 77.8 x 7.1 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A8 chip, 1GB RAM, 8MP primary camera, 1.2MP front-facing camera, 4.7-inch or 5.5-inch IPS LCD display, Touch ID
  • Flagship features: Larger display sizes, Apple Pay, improved camera, and a new design with rounded edges and thinner profile.

iPhone 6s and 6s Plus (2015)

  • Release date: September 25, 2015
  • End-of-life date: September 2018
  • Operating system: iOS 9, upgradable to iOS 15.1
  • Dimensions: iPhone 6s: 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm, iPhone 6s Plus: 158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A9 chip, 2GB RAM, 12MP primary camera, 5MP front-facing camera, 4.7-inch or 5.5-inch IPS LCD display, Touch ID
  • Flagship features: 3D Touch, Live Photos, improved camera and video recording capabilities, and a stronger aluminum body.

iPhone SE (2016)

  • Release date: March 31, 2016
  • End-of-life date: April 2022
  • Operating system: iOS 9.3, upgradable to iOS 15.1
  • Dimensions: 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A9 chip, 2GB RAM, 12MP primary camera, 1.2MP front-facing camera, 4-inch IPS LCD display, Touch ID
  • Flagship features: Same technical specifications as the iPhone 6s, but in a smaller form factor and at a lower price point.

iPhone 7 and 7 Plus (2016) 

  • Release date: September 16, 2016
  • End-of-life date: September 2019
  • Operating system: iOS 10, upgradable to iOS 15.1
  • Dimensions: iPhone 7: 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm, iPhone 7 Plus: 158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A10 Fusion chip, 2GB RAM, 12MP primary camera, 7MP front-facing camera, 4.7-inch or 5.5-inch IPS LCD display, Touch ID
  • Flagship features: Water and dust resistance, stereo speakers, improved camera, and the removal of the headphone jack.

iPhone 8 (2017)

  • Release date: September 22, 2017
  • End-of-life date: April 15, 2020
  • Operating system: iOS 11, upgradable to iOS 14.8
  • Dimensions: 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A11 Bionic chip, 2 GB RAM, 12 MP primary camera, 4.7-inch Retina HD display, and wireless charging.
  • Flagship features: Wireless charging, glass back design, improved camera, and A11 Bionic chip.

iPhone 8 Plus (2017)

  • Release date: September 22, 2017
  • End-of-life date: April 15, 2020
  • Operating system: iOS 11, upgradable to iOS 14.8
  • Dimensions: 158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A11 Bionic chip, 3 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 5.5-inch Retina HD display, and wireless charging.
  • Flagship features: Wireless charging, glass back design, improved dual cameras, and A11 Bionic chip.

iPhone X (2017)

  • Release date: November 3, 2017
  • End-of-life date: October 22, 2018
  • Operating system: iOS 11, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A11 Bionic chip, 3 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 5.8-inch Super Retina HD display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: Face ID, edge-to-edge OLED display, no home button, and wireless charging.

iPhone XR (2018)

  • Release date: October 26, 2018
  • End-of-life date: April 15, 2020
  • Operating system: iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A12 Bionic chip, 3 GB RAM, single 12 MP primary camera, 6.1-inch Liquid Retina display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: Face ID, Liquid Retina display, no home button, and A12 Bionic chip.

iPhone XS (2018)

  • Release date: September 21, 2018
  • End-of-life date: October 22, 2019
  • Operating system: iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A12 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 5.8-inch Super Retina HD display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: Face ID, edge-to-edge OLED display, no home button, and A12 Bionic chip.

iPhone XS Max (2018)

  • Release date: September 21, 2018
  • End-of-life date: October 22, 2019
  • Operating system: iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 157.5 x 77.4 x 7.7 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A12 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 6.5-inch Super Retina HD display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: Face ID, edge-to-edge OLED display, no home button, and A12 Bionic chip.

iPhone XR (2018)

  • Release date: October 26, 2018
  • End-of-life date: April 15, 2020
  • Operating system: iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A12 Bionic chip, 3 GB RAM, single 12 MP primary camera, 6.1-inch Liquid Retina display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: Face ID, Liquid Retina display, no home button, and A12 Bionic chip.

iPhone 11 (2019)

  • Release date: September 20, 2019
  • End-of-life date: March 30, 2022
  • Operating system: iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A13 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 6.1-inch Liquid Retina display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: Face ID, Liquid Retina display, A13 Bionic chip, Night mode, and improved cameras.

iPhone 11 Pro (2019)

  • Release date: September 20, 2019
  • End-of-life date: March 30, 2022
  • Operating system: iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A13 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, triple 12 MP primary cameras, 5.8-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: Face ID, Super Retina XDR display, A13 Bionic chip, Night mode, and improved triple cameras.

iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019)

  • Release date: September 20, 2019
  • End-of-life date: March 30, 2022
  • Operating system: iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A13 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, triple 12 MP primary cameras, 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: Face ID, Super Retina XDR display, A13 Bionic chip, Night mode, and improved triple cameras.

iPhone SE (2nd generation) (2020)

  • Release date: April 24, 2020
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A13 Bionic chip, 3 GB RAM, single 12 MP primary camera, 4.7-inch Retina HD display, and Touch ID.
  • Flagship features: A13 Bionic chip, Touch ID, and affordable price point.
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iPhone 12 mini (2020)

  • Release date: November 13, 2020
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 14, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A14 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: 5G connectivity, A14 Bionic chip, Ceramic Shield front cover, and Night mode.

iPhone 12 (2020)

  • Release date: October 23, 2020
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 14, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A14 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: 5G connectivity, A14 Bionic chip, Ceramic Shield front cover, and Night mode.

iPhone 12 Pro (2020)

  • Release date: October 23, 2020
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 14, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.5 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A14 Bionic chip, 6 GB RAM, triple 12 MP primary cameras with LiDAR scanner, 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: 5G connectivity, A14 Bionic chip, Ceramic Shield front cover, LiDAR scanner, Night mode, and ProRAW support.

iPhone 12 Pro Max (2020)

  • Release date: November 13, 2020
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 14, upgradable to iOS 15.2
  • Dimensions: 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.7 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A14 Bionic chip, 6 GB RAM, triple 12 MP primary cameras with LiDAR scanner, 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: 5G connectivity, A14 Bionic chip, Ceramic Shield front cover, LiDAR scanner, Night mode, and ProRAW support.

iPhone 13 mini (2021)

  • Release date: September 24, 2021
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 15
  • Dimensions: 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A15 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: A15 Bionic chip, 5G connectivity, Ceramic Shield front cover, Night mode, and Cinematic mode.
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iPhone 13 (2021)

  • Release date: September 24, 2021
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 15
  • Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.6 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A15 Bionic chip, 4 GB RAM, dual 12 MP primary cameras, 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: A15 Bionic chip, 5G connectivity, Ceramic Shield front cover, Night mode, and Cinematic mode.
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iPhone 13 Pro (2021)

  • Release date: September 24, 2021
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 15
  • Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A15 Bionic chip, 6 GB RAM, triple 12 MP primary cameras with LiDAR scanner, 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: A15 Bionic chip, 5G connectivity, Ceramic Shield front cover, LiDAR scanner, Night mode, ProRes video recording, and ProMotion technology.

iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021)

  • Release date: September 24, 2021
  • End-of-life date: still in production
  • Operating system: iOS 15
  • Dimensions: 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.65 mm
  • Technical specifications: Apple A15 Bionic chip, 6 GB RAM, triple 12 MP primary cameras with LiDAR scanner, 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, and Face ID.
  • Flagship features: A15 Bionic chip, 5G connectivity, Ceramic Shield front cover, LiDAR scanner, Night mode, ProRes video recording, and ProMotion technology.

iPhone 13s Mini (2022)

  • Release date: September 2022
  • End-of-life date: TBA
  • Operating system: iOS 16
  • Dimensions: 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.65 mm
  • Display: 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution
  • Processor: A16 Bionic chip
  • RAM: 4GB
  • Storage: 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB
  • Rear Camera: Dual 12MP wide and ultra-wide cameras with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4
  • Front Camera: 12MP TrueDepth front camera with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4
  • Battery: Up to 15 hours of video playback
  • Flagship features: 5G connectivity, A16 Bionic chip, improved camera system with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4, longer battery life, and iOS 16.
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iPhone 13s (2022)

  • Release date: September 2022
  • End-of-life date: TBA
  • Operating system: iOS 16
  • Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm
  • Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with 1170 x 2532 pixels resolution
  • Processor: A16 Bionic chip
  • RAM: 4GB
  • Storage: 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB
  • Rear Camera: Dual 12MP wide and ultra-wide cameras with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4
  • Front Camera: 12MP TrueDepth front camera with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4
  • Battery: Up to 19 hours of video playback
  • Flagship features: 5G connectivity, A16 Bionic chip, improved camera system with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4, longer battery life, and iOS 16.

iPhone 13s Pro (2022)

  • Release date: September 2022
  • End-of-life date: TBA
  • Operating system: iOS 16
  • Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm
  • Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR ProMotion OLED display with 1170 x 2532 pixels resolution and 120Hz refresh rate
  • Processor: A16 Bionic chip
  • RAM: 6GB
  • Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB
  • Rear Camera: Triple 12MP cameras (wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto) with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4
  • Front Camera: 12MP TrueDepth front camera with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4
  • Battery: Up to 22 hours of video playback
  • Flagship features: 5G connectivity, A16 Bionic chip, improved camera system with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4, longer battery life, iOS 16, and ProMotion display with 120Hz refresh rate.
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iPhone 13s Pro Max (2022)

  • Release date: September 2022
  • End-of-life date: To be determined
  • Operating system: iOS 16
  • Dimensions: 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.65 mm
  • 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR ProMotion display with ProMotion technology
  • A15 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU
  • Triple-camera system with 12MP Ultra-Wide, Wide, and Telephoto lenses
  • Night mode, Deep Fusion, and Smart HDR 4
  • 5G capable
  • Water and dust resistance (IP68)
  • MagSafe wireless charging up to 15W

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