List of iPhone models by year from 2007 to 2024

This article provides a complete overview of the release years of all iPhone models introduced by Apple since 2007. The information is organized in several tables, allowing you to easily find the year of manufacture of a particular iPhone model and its discontinuation date. This detailed information is especially useful if you are considering buying a used iPhone.

List of Apple iPhone Models by Year of Release

As of August 2024, Apple has released a total of 42 iPhone models. In the early years, Apple developed one phone model per year. Starting in 2013, the company began releasing two models annually. From 2020 onwards, Apple introduced 4-5 phone models each year.

Examining the table, you’ll notice that the iPhone X, iPhone XR, and iPhone XS models were presented only once, in 2017 and 2018. This was Apple’s attempt to enter the budget phone segment. However, this strategy was later considered a misstep from a marketing perspective. These models led to Apple being perceived as a budget-friendly company that produced mediocre phones in large quantities. Consequently, this line of phones was discontinued.

All Apple iPhone models in the table

Apple iPhone Model Information

This table provides a comprehensive overview of the main characteristics of iPhones, such as model number, phone color, memory capacity, and year of manufacture. For convenience, the phone models are arranged in order from the newest to the oldest. When choosing a phone, you can see what colors a particular iPhone model is offered in, the available memory capacities—which play a significant role for many users—and the model numbers formatted as A2345.

List of sales regions by iPhone model number

Now let me explain a bit about the model number that you can find on the box of your iPhone – it looks something like A2484. This model number indicates the region for which the phone is made. Different regions often have certain characteristics; for example, cell phone carriers may use different frequency bands. In China, iPhones usually have two SIM card slots, while in the US and Europe they usually have one slot and a built-in electronic SIM card (eSIM), and the latest models only come with eSiM. The table below shows which region or country each phone model is made for, which will help you understand the regional differences and choose the best option for your needs.

iPhone discontinued list

Like all devices, iPhones also become obsolete and are gradually replaced by newer models. If you want to know when a particular phone model has been discontinued, take a look at the table below—it lists all iPhone models as of August 2024, along with their production status.