The Evolution and Future of Smartphones

Who made the first call from a handheld wireless device?

• Bill Gates

• Mark Zuckerberg

• Marty Cooper

• Steve Jobs

In what year did Apple co-founder Steve Jobs unveil the iPhone?

• 2012

• 2010

• 2007

• 2005

What is the expected global smartphone user count in 2024?

• More than 6 billion

• More than 5 billion

• More than 4 billion

• More than 3 billion

What percentage of smartphones sold globally in 2022 were foldables?

• 1.1%

• 5%

• 0.5%

• 2.8%

What is the main reason for the current innovation slowdown in the smartphone industry?

• High production costs

• Lack of consumer interest

• Incremental upgrades

• Regulatory restrictions

How long do American consumers hold onto their iPhones before trading them in, on average?

• Five years

• Three and a half years

• Two years

• Seven years

What is a significant trend in mobile innovation mentioned in the text?

• Virtual reality integration

• Biometric security

• Foldable displays

• Solar charging

What percentage of the U.S. population uses a smartphone?

• 74%

• 64%

• 84%

• 54%

What was a novel concept of the iPhone when it was first introduced?

• Mixing communication capabilities with internet connectivity

• A physical keyboard

• Removable battery

• External storage options

What is the expected impact of smartphones in developing markets?

• Higher production costs

• Lower internet usage

• Decreased smartphone adoption

• Increased financial transactions