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Which popular product exploded onto the technology scene 10 years ago yesterday?

Answer: the Apple iPhone

On Jan. 9, 2007, Apple CEO Steve Jobs released the first iPhone, a product that would hold the public’s attention for a decade. The first in a long line of products, the smartphone featured the lure of a touchscreen and the function of the popular Apple operating system. The phone went on sale June 29, and by November of 2007, more than 1.4 million units had been sold.

 
Eyragon Eidam is the managing editor for Industry Insider — California. He previously served as the daily news editor for Government Technology. He lives in Sacramento, Calif.