THE EVOLUTION OF SMARTPHONES
The evolution of smartphones can be traced back to the late 20th century when mobile communication devices started evolving beyond traditional cellular phones. Here's a brief overview of the history of smartphones: 1. Early Mobile Phones: In the 1980s, mobile phones became commercially available, but they were large, heavy, and primarily used for voice calls. They had limited functionality and lacked the features we associate with modern smartphones. 2. PDA Phones: In the 1990s, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) gained popularity. These were handheld devices that offered computing capabilities, including calendars, contacts, and note-taking. PDA phones combined the functionality of PDAs with cellular phone capabilities. 3. Nokia Communicator: Introduced in 1996, the Nokia Communicator was one of the earliest smartphones. It featured a full QWERTY keyboard, email functionality, web browsing, and a touchscreen display. 4. BlackBerry: In the early 2000s, BlackBerry smartphones beca...