Why was there no iPhone 9?

As far as it's been speculated, skipping the iPhone 9 wasn't due to superstition. If it was, Apple would have skipped the iPhone 13 too. Overall, it appears that having no iPhone 9 is simply a business move, which is naturally crucial for a tech giant such as Apple.
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Why did iPhone skip 2 and 9?

The theories swirling around the iPhone X and the lack of an iPhone 9 range from grim to hilarious, but perhaps the easiest to understand the reason for the skip in this particular instance is that the tech is being announced on the tenth anniversary of the iPhone's original release date.
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Why is there no iPhone 9 or Windows 9?

Apple also wanted to signify the new beginning of the product designs. Plus, it's believed that the number 9 is considered unlucky in many cultures, just like the number 13. Also, it's believed that the number nine isn't welcomed in many countries and cultures.
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Does the iPhone 9 exist?

The iPhone 9 doesn't exist and the reason was never explained by Apple, but looking at the iPhone's history and what was happening in the smartphone industry in 2017 can help explain the decision.
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Is there an iPhone 9 or 10?

If you just want to cut to the chase, the iPhone SE (second generation) is the closest thing to an iPhone 9 we'll ever get. The iPhone X (which was actually pronounced as 'iPhone 10') is now completely discontinued.
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Why wasnt there an iPhone 2?

Apple skipped iPhone 2 because it wouldn't have appealed the same way as iPhone 3G. Apple only began its numerical naming sequence from iPhone 4. It was a mere coincidence that the 3rd generation iPhone was called the iPhone 3GS. Apple didn't backtrack and filled up the gap of iPhone 2, they just moved along.
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Is there a window 11?

Windows 11 is here, and if you own a PC, you might be wondering whether it's time to upgrade your operating system. After all, you are likely to get this new software free. Microsoft first revealed its new operating system in June, its first major software upgrade in six years.
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Is 9 unlucky for technology?

The skipping of the number nine by Apple also puts it beyond other associations that could limit its success. In Japan, the number nine is pronounced as 'ku' or 'kyu', which has the same pronunciation as the words 'agony' or 'suffering' in Japanese, meaning consumers can avoid products that denote the number.
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Was there an iPhone 1?

The iPhone (also known as the iPhone 2G, iPhone 1 or original iPhone) is the first iPhone model and the first smartphone designed and marketed by Apple Inc. After years of rumors and speculation, it was officially announced on January 9, 2007, and was released in the United States on June 29, 2007.
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Was there an iPhone 10?

The iPhone X was released in November 2017 to commemorate the device's 10th anniversary. X is the Roman numeral for 10.
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What does the S in iPhone 6s stand for?

If you want it to mean something then have it mean “second”. The 4 was released, then a 4s (second 4), the 5, then the 5s (second 5), the 6, then the 6s (second 6).
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Is there an iPhone SE?

The iPhone SE is Apple's entry-level iPhone, starting at $429. The device offers an affordable entry point to the iPhone lineup, with many important features such as a powerful A-series chip, a high-quality camera with 4K video recording, Haptic Touch, wireless charging, water and dust resistance, and more.
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Was there iPhone 3?

The iPhone 3GS (originally styled iPhone 3G S, also known as iPhone 3) is a smartphone that was designed and marketed by Apple Inc. It is the third generation iPhone and the successor to the iPhone 3G. It was unveiled on June 8, 2009 at the WWDC 2009 which took place at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.
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What is the biggest iPhone?

The iPhone 13 Pro Max has the biggest screen of any iPhone with a diagonal display of 6.7 inches. The next largest iPhones are the 12, 13, and 13 Pro with 6.1 inch displays.
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Is Apple ending the iPhone?

Here's What We Know. Several Apple devices, including the iPhone 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, HomePod, iMac Pro, and iPhone XR, were discontinued last year in 2021. The Cupertino-based giant is gearing up to launch new products in late 2022.
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Was there an iPhone 2?

Did you know that there isn't an iPhone 2? After Apple created the first generation iPhone, the one that came after that was all about 3G internet connectivity, so the iPhone 2 was skipped.
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How will Windows 11 look like?

Windows 11 features a streamlined new design, with pastel-like colors and rounded corners, and overall a more Mac-like look. The Windows Start menu has moved from the bottom left of the screen to the middle, with app icons arranged in the center next to it.
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Why did Apple stop giving Chargers?

In 2020, Apple stopped shipping a charger in the box of its iPhones. While the company initially mentioned that the removal of chargers will benefit the environment as it would help the company reduce its carbon footprint, it also reduced the size of the iPhone's retail boxes.
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What comes after Windows 11?

In general, both Windows and iPhone release versions according to the number order. So, it is of great chance that the next-generation OS after Windows 11 is Windows 12.
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When did Windows 7 come out?

Microsoft made a commitment to provide 10 years of product support for Windows 7 when it was released on October 22, 2009.
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Will there be Windows 12?

There has been some suggestion that the 'Sun Valley 2' (Windows 11 was initially codenamed Sun Valley) update will turn out to be Windows 12, but it's much more likely to be the 22H2 update. However, Deskmodder is suggesting Windows 12 will be built from the ground up, rather than being based on previous.
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What is the rarest iPhone?

The auction for the world's only Apple iPhone with USB Type-C port went live on November 1 on eBay. One of the rarest iPhones in existence, special because it has a USB Type-C charging port instead of the Apple socket, fetched its creator Rs 63.92 lakh ($86,001) in an auction on eBay.
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What does XR stand for in iPhone?

The iPhone XR (stylized and marketed as iPhone Xʀ; Roman numeral "X" pronounced "ten") is a smartphone designed and manufactured by Apple Inc. It is part of the twelfth generation of the iPhone. Pre-orders began on October 19, 2018, with an official release on October 26, 2018.
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Was there an iPhone 8?

The iPhone 8 was released on September 22, 2017, succeeding the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus and preceding the iPhone X. The iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus were discontinued by Apple on April 15, 2020 with the release of the second-generation iPhone SE.
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When did the XR come out?

The iPhone XR, introduced on September 12, 2018, was sold alongside more expensive iPhones up until 2021, when it was discontinued by Apple.
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