According to CNN, over 42% of the United States current smart phone users currently use iPhones, including 43% here in Wisconsin ("Smarter"). Apple's first iPhone was released on June 29, 2007. It was viewed as a luxury item primarily, but now has become one of the most popular devices in America. Apple has sold over 700 million iPhone units, with a record breaking 74.5 Million sold in the first quarter of 2015. (Warren, Tom). With the iPhone's specs gradually improving with each upgrade, Apple's device has had a huge impact on society, and completely revolutionized the Smartphone industry. The iPhone has had a huge impact on communication, and has completely changed the way we communicate in America today. They have had a huge impact on American culture and society as a whole through the use of iMessage, Facetime, and Siri.
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