Remember the days when we weren't always glued to our smartphones?

Back then, technology was just starting to blossom, and the idea of carrying a device that could do almost anything seemed like a dream come true.

Well, one relic from those times has captured global attention for a reason that's difficult to comprehend.

Can you believe a tech aficionado shelled out a staggering $US190,000 ($279,000 AUD) at a US auction for a mint condition, 2007 Apple iPhone?

That's more than 300 times its original price!

You may be wondering, what made this iPhone so special? Well, it was a first generation of the game-changing phone.

At an auction, the original 2007 iPhone was sold for a staggering $190,000 USD ($279,000 AUD). Source: NNN.NG

This model, which originally sold for around $US499 ($730 AUD) back in 2007, still had its original packaging and was in exceptional condition, according to the auction listing.

When this gadget first burst onto the scene in 2007, it transformed the tech landscape forever.

It came equipped with a two-megapixel camera and a 'revolutionary' web browser, which were nothing short of groundbreaking compared to the standard mobile phones we were all using.

This event is a perfect example of how nostalgia for old technology has exploded into a flourishing market.

Sometimes, it's not only about collecting but also reliving the memories associated with these objects.

This specific model was a 4GB first edition.

With most customers back in the day opting for the double-storage 8GB version, the 4GB didn't fare so well in sales and was discontinued just two months after its release.

This makes it even more of a rare find for tech collectors.

LCG Auctions described this original, factory-sealed, first-release 4GB iPhone for sale as 'incredibly rare', dubbing it the 'Holy Grail' among iPhone collectors.

In the fascinating world of vintage technology investing, this isn't the first case of a first-generation iPhone being auctioned at a sky-high price.

Two factory-sealed 8GB versions of the 2007 first-edition iPhones were sold recently, one in October 2022 for $US39,339 ($57,960 AUD), and another in February 2023 for $US93,348 ($136,614 AUD).

There are numerous other outdated mobile phone models that may possess higher value than one might anticipate. Image by eirikso from unsplash

But don't worry if you don't have an untouched first-generation iPhone lying around.

Even outdated mobile phone models have the potential to fetch a considerable sum.

Aussie Pickers host, Adam McDonald, explained that some old phone models are surprisingly valuable because of their screen time in Hollywood.

The Motorola DynaTAC 8000X, nicknamed the 'Zack Morris phone' after the Saved By The Bell character.

According to McDonald, this phone, which also had a cameo in the Wolf of Wall Street, could fetch up to $4,000.

You might also remember the now-vintage Nokia 8110 from the iconic movie The Matrix.

Or there's the Samsung N270, featured in The Matrix Reloaded.

These phones, just like the films they starred in, were fan favourites and could also be worth a considerable amount.

Key Takeaways

• A first-generation Apple iPhone sold at auction for a staggering $279,000 AUD, more than 300 times its original price.
  
• The phone was in its original packaging and in exceptional condition before it was sold.
  
• The original iPhone, especially the 4GB model, is considered incredibly rare, referred to as a 'Holy Grail' among iPhone collectors.
  
• Other outdated mobile phone models could also be worth more than expected, primarily due to their presence in old films. For instance, certain Motorola, Nokia, and Samsung models have been known to fetch considerable amounts.

The takeaway from this technology time warp is one never knows when yesterday's tech will become tomorrow's hot collectible item.

So, next time you're tempted to toss out your 'outdated' tech, take a moment to reconsider.

Members, does it surprise you that ‘vintage’ tech items like this can fetch such high values? Have you ever held onto old technology items that later became valuable? Share your opinions and experiences regarding the nostalgia and market for vintage technology.

 

[Suzanne rose]

I have a draw filled with old phones including the first touch screen phone that the phone company 3 had.

 

[Tygie]

Remember the days when we weren't always glued to our smartphones?

Back then, technology was just starting to blossom, and the idea of carrying a device that could do almost anything seemed like a dream come true.

Well, one relic from those times has captured global attention for a reason that's difficult to comprehend.

Can you believe a tech aficionado shelled out a staggering $US190,000 ($279,000 AUD) at a US auction for a mint condition, 2007 Apple iPhone?

That's more than 300 times its original price!

You may be wondering, what made this iPhone so special? Well, it was a first generation of the game-changing phone.

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At an auction, the original 2007 iPhone was sold for a staggering $190,000 USD ($279,000 AUD). Source: NNN.NG

This model, which originally sold for around $US499 ($730 AUD) back in 2007, still had its original packaging and was in exceptional condition, according to the auction listing.

When this gadget first burst onto the scene in 2007, it transformed the tech landscape forever.

It came equipped with a two-megapixel camera and a 'revolutionary' web browser, which were nothing short of groundbreaking compared to the standard mobile phones we were all using.

This event is a perfect example of how nostalgia for old technology has exploded into a flourishing market.

Sometimes, it's not only about collecting but also reliving the memories associated with these objects.

This specific model was a 4GB first edition.

With most customers back in the day opting for the double-storage 8GB version, the 4GB didn't fare so well in sales and was discontinued just two months after its release.

This makes it even more of a rare find for tech collectors.

LCG Auctions described this original, factory-sealed, first-release 4GB iPhone for sale as 'incredibly rare', dubbing it the 'Holy Grail' among iPhone collectors.

In the fascinating world of vintage technology investing, this isn't the first case of a first-generation iPhone being auctioned at a sky-high price.

Two factory-sealed 8GB versions of the 2007 first-edition iPhones were sold recently, one in October 2022 for $US39,339 ($57,960 AUD), and another in February 2023 for $US93,348 ($136,614 AUD).

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There are numerous other outdated mobile phone models that may possess higher value than one might anticipate. Image by eirikso from unsplash

But don't worry if you don't have an untouched first-generation iPhone lying around.

Even outdated mobile phone models have the potential to fetch a considerable sum.

Aussie Pickers host, Adam McDonald, explained that some old phone models are surprisingly valuable because of their screen time in Hollywood.

The Motorola DynaTAC 8000X, nicknamed the 'Zack Morris phone' after the Saved By The Bell character.

According to McDonald, this phone, which also had a cameo in the Wolf of Wall Street, could fetch up to $4,000.

You might also remember the now-vintage Nokia 8110 from the iconic movie The Matrix.

Or there's the Samsung N270, featured in The Matrix Reloaded.

These phones, just like the films they starred in, were fan favourites and could also be worth a considerable amount.

Key Takeaways

• A first-generation Apple iPhone sold at auction for a staggering $279,000 AUD, more than 300 times its original price.
• The phone was in its original packaging and in exceptional condition before it was sold.
• The original iPhone, especially the 4GB model, is considered incredibly rare, referred to as a 'Holy Grail' among iPhone collectors.
• Other outdated mobile phone models could also be worth more than expected, primarily due to their presence in old films. For instance, certain Motorola, Nokia, and Samsung models have been known to fetch considerable amounts.

The takeaway from this technology time warp is one never knows when yesterday's tech will become tomorrow's hot collectible item.

So, next time you're tempted to toss out your 'outdated' tech, take a moment to reconsider.

Members, does it surprise you that ‘vintage’ tech items like this can fetch such high values? Have you ever held onto old technology items that later became valuable? Share your opinions and experiences regarding the nostalgia and market for vintage technology.

Apple sucks! I wouldn't have a Apple anything if i won it in competition which i wouldn't have put in for it anyway.