How much would you pay for this piece of history?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re into classic smartphones, you might be able to buy a sealed first-generation iPhone — if you have the cash. LCG Auctions has a sealed 8GB iPhone on the auction block now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“One of the most important and ubiquitous inventions of our lifetime,” the item description reads. “A truly remarkable piece with great appeal to both collectors and investors alike.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The starting bid for this iPhone was $2,500, and bidding ends Feb. 19. Another sealed first-generation iPhone was sold in October, 2022, for $39,339.60.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The original iPhone launched almost 16 years ago, on June 27, 2007, at a price of $599.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more Apple news, check out the new features in iOS 16.3, CNET’s review of the second-generation HomePod and when a foldable iPad might be available. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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