Spotted by TUAW at iLounge’s CES booth, here’s a gallery of Apple’s mobile devices through the years. The collection starts from the original iPod in 2001 and goes straight to the latest iPhones and iPods released in 2010, with the exception of the iPad, which is probably not considered a mobile device by iLounge either.
Looking at the photos, it’s clear how much is changed in 10 years. Even more than iTunes’ interface. Look at the original iPod, or a model from 2005 and 2006 and then take a look at the devices listed under 2007 and 2008. The difference is enormous. Sure, the iPod Classic is still alive and kicking (I have a 160 GB one right here), but we know the majority of consumers are buying iPod touches or Nanos now. These photos are the best example of Apple’s evolution and refinement process from 2001, and then 2007, through today.
Check out the full gallery here.