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The world of smartphones began more than a decade ago. When we stop to think about it, it doesn't seem like that long ago, but the truth is that we have been living with cell phone technology for a long time. There are generations that don't even remember what the world was like before this technology. However, there are still people who are nostalgic about the memories of the first devices that were launched.
But what happened to these devices? Are they still being manufactured? If you are one of those people who ask yourself this question, keep reading and find out the answer.
Extinct Ancients
One way or another, the cell phones that are etched in our memories will one day rest in peace. It is sad news, but two of the most well-known and loved devices by an entire generation have been discontinued by their brands. The companies in question are Apple and Samsung, recommended and recognized for their quality in electronics.
Famous brands
As mentioned, the famous cell phone brands, Apple and Samsung, have already established themselves as the biggest names in the sector. Furthermore, in Brazil, they are the most beloved by users. But here in Brazil, and also in the rest of the world, there are two cell phones that were acclaimed but were discontinued.
Galaxy Pocket
If you were a teenager in the 2000s, you certainly remember this device. If you didn't already own it, it was the Galaxy Pocket, from the South Korean giant Samsung, which was a device that dominated the Brazilian public. In general terms, the cell phone was a huge craze, especially among young people. Loved by many and hated by few, the Pocket was quite compact, and had a screen that by today's standards would be considered tiny, at 2.8 inches. In addition, the cell phone had only one processing core, which worked at a frequency of 832 MHz, and a small internal memory of 3 GB.
It is worth remembering that the old Galaxy Pocket was an entry-level device from the Korean brand. It was certainly the first cell phone for many people, bringing joy to an entire generation.
To the dismay of fans of the device, its name is, to this day, associated with jokes due to its low power and your “locked”“, well known to those who used it. This happened because the most the cell phone could run was WhatsApp and some weak browsers.
iPhone 4
As a second example of the beloved devices that were discontinued, we have the famous Phone 4, from the giant American multinational organization, Apple. The device was launched in 2010, at the height of a generation that was just beginning to use smartphones. Therefore, it marked an entire era, representing an important factor in the company's past. Another important point for the company was that the cell phone was one of its greatest financial successes. In addition to the return on money, the device received several compliments in the international and national press. Unlike Samsung, the iPhone did not crash as much, but the battery was the target of jokes and pranks, which continue to this day.
Unfortunately, both devices were discontinued after many years of serving customers and becoming historic landmarks in many people's lives.
