# Evolutionary Mobile Device Infographics Kinvey Explores the Evolution of iOS in This Infographic By Andrew Sztein | Published 2013-03-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolution-of-ios References: [bitrebels](http://www.bitrebels.com/technology/ios-version-timeline-infographic) & [kinvey](http://www.kinvey.com/) Considering this is a technological world that always screams "what have you done for me lately," at tech makers, the Apple fans at Kinvey have decided to show the audience the evolution of iOS to explore what exactly Apple has been up to. Mobile device users are a notoriously fickle bunch. Only a few years ago, if you were on the cutting edge, you were using a [BlackBerry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks). The recent release of the BlackBerry 10 not withstanding, BlackBerry users are all of sudden seen as behind the times. Apple as a company faces similar accusations of stagnation. However, when you take a look at the evolution of iOS, the operating system that powers devices like [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ios-16), [iPod Touch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ppsspp-ios) and iPad, one can see that Apple doesn't rest on its laurels very much, just like BlackBerry doesn't either. Perhaps this is a wake up call to just enjoy the incremental improvements of our current technology and just take in the awesome present without worrying about the next big thing. Forget the future of technology, today is already pretty awesome and it's getting better. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Evolution of Mobile Devices:** Exploring the past and future of mobile devices to capitalize on new technological advances. - **Incremental Improvements:** Focusing on small changes as a way of avoiding stagnation and developing indefinitely. - **Importance of User Experience:** Prioritizing user experience to elevate technology innovation. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mobile Devices:** Investing in mobile technology and exploring new markets for smartphones and tablets. - **Operating Systems:** Creating and investing in new and adaptable operating systems that can be used for numerous devices. - **Tech Consulting Services:** Developing consulting services that assist businesses in evaluating and enhancing their technological infrastructure. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Smartphone Operating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ios-16.md) - [Smartphone App Iconography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ios-app-icon-book.md) - [Scroll Wheel Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-phone-15.md) - [Vibrant Sharp-Edged Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-brutal.md) - [New Tech Product Announcements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-tech-products.md) - [iOS-Influenced Travel Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-2.md) - [Computer Evolution Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolution-museum.md) - [Wacky Design Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-phone-experimentation.md) - [Digital Craft Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-and-design-miami.md)