Mobile phones became smaller and more affordable in the 1990s.
During this time, Nokia rose to prominence as a leading mobile phone manufacturer, whilst IBM introduced the first smartphone in 1993.
But it wasn’t until Apple introduced the iPhone in 2007 that smartphones became widely popular.
Today, mobile phones are commonplace, with nearly 7 billion people worldwide owning one and phones have evolved into much more than just communication devices.
With the emergence of 5G networks, foldable screens, and advances in artificial intelligence, the future of mobile phones is likely to see continued innovation.