Introduction
Mobile phones have been part of my life for over two decades. Each new device Iβve owned reflects not just the evolution of technology, but also different stages of my personal journey β from my first ever mobile phone in Fuzhou, to modern smartphones in Singapore.
In this post, Iβll share my mobile phone history β 13 phones across Motorola, Nokia, O2, HTC, and Apple β with memories, milestones, and photos.
My Mobile Phone Timeline
| # | Brand & Model | Year / Location | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorola T2688 | 2001, Fuzhou | My first mobile phone |
| 2 | Nokia 8250 | 2003, Shanghai | Stylish upgrade |
| 3 | O2 Xda Atom Exec | 2006, Shanghai | First smart phone with Windows Mobile |
| 4 | HTC Dream | 2009, Singapore | First Android phone with slide keyboard |
| 5 | Apple iPhone 4 | 2010, Singapore | My first iPhone |
| 6 | Apple iPhone 5 | 2012, Singapore | Slim and sleek |
| 7 | Apple iPhone 5S | 2013, Singapore | Touch ID arrived |
| 8 | Apple iPhone 6 Plus | 2015, Singapore | First big-screen iPhone |
| 9 | Apple iPhone 7 Plus | 2017, Singapore | Dual-camera experience |
| 10 | Apple iPhone XS Max | 2018, Singapore | Super Retina OLED |
| 11 | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | 2020, Singapore | 5G begins |
| 12 | Apple iPhone 14 Pro | Feb 2023, Singapore | Dynamic Island, Always-On Display |
| 13 | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Nov 2023, Singapore | Titanium build, USB-C |
Photo Gallery
Here are some images of the phones I used through the years:
Motorola T2688 β my very first mobile phone.
Nokia 8250 classic mobile phone
O2 Xda Atom Exec β first Windows Mobile smartphone.
HTC Dream β first Android phone with sliding keyboard.
Apple iPhone 4 β my first iPhone
Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Every phone in my history tells a story. From my first call on the Motorola to shooting cinematic videos on the iPhone 15 Pro, technology has changed how I live, work, and connect with people.
And if history is any guide, the future of smartphones will bring even more incredible innovations β maybe foldables, maybe AI-powered assistants, or something we havenβt imagined yet.
Closing
This has been my personal mobile phone journey across more than 20 years.
π¬ What was your first phone? Share your story in the comments β Iβd love to hear it.