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Reflecting on the iPhone 4: 14 Years of Influence and Innovation

Launched in 2010, the iPhone 4 introduced pivotal features that reshaped smartphones and set new industry standards.

  • The iPhone 4 was the first to feature the Retina display, making high-resolution screens a standard in smartphones.
  • Its design, with flat stainless steel edges and a glass back, marked a significant aesthetic shift for Apple.
  • The device introduced FaceTime, revolutionizing video calls and influencing modern communication.
  • Despite facing issues like 'Antennagate,' the iPhone 4 sold 1.7 million units in its first weekend.
  • The iPhone 4's impact is evident in today's smartphones, with many features becoming industry norms.
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