iPhone 2G has been auctioned for more than 60 times its original price for Rs. 32.3 lakh, check it out

Steve Jobs revealed the first iPhone to the world more than 15 years ago. Smartphones were uncomfortable devices with a split keypad and screen prior to the release of the iPhone. Due to the inability of entire websites to work on mobile devices, businesses were compelled to develop fragile mobile versions of their websites. The iPhone completely altered everything.

Since its introduction, the phone series has become extremely well-liked, and the first iPhone was named “Invention of the Year” in 2007.

Unbelievably, the first iPhone, commonly known as the iPhone 2G, sold at auction on Sunday for $39,339.60 (Rs 32.3 lakh), or 60 times its original price.

According to a claim that was posted on Moneycontrol, the unopened phone is reported to be in good condition and has 4/8 GB of storage, a 2.0 MP back camera, and a touch screen. The phone is flawless, has never been turned on, and is in like-new condition, claims the specified auction company.

They continued by saying that it would be challenging for buyers and collectors to find a comparable, more valuable collectible.

The cost at the time of its initial release ranged from $499 to $599. (Rs 41,048 – Rs 49,165). Steve Jobs, a co-founder of Apple, unveiled the iPhone to the world in 2007. In September 2022, Apple introduced the newest model in the lineup, the iPhone 14. The cost of the most recent model ranges from $799 to $1,099. It has features including a 128GB capacity with 6GB of RAM, 256GB capacity with 6GB of RAM, and 512GB capacity with 6GB of RAM.