With the "Acorn OS" (which will be changed if it was released before), the original iPhone could have been operated by a click wheel that's similar on a classic iPod. While the click wheel is still a fantastic way to operate your good old iPod back then, it might be difficult for a full functioning phone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0LlVtlXEEA With the prototype recorded on a video posted by Sonny Dickson, the screen is split into two to simulate a virtual click wheel and four buttons for previous, Menu, play/pause, and next. The UI is also similar to the iPod's and you rely on the click wheel to navigate through it. Read more in our articles including "The iPhone could have been a classic iPod twin" and "iPhone 3G: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly".
With the "Acorn OS" (which will be changed if it was released before), the original iPhone could have been operated by a click wheel that's similar on a classic iPod. While the click wheel is still a fantastic way to operate your good old iPod back then, it might be difficult for a full functioning phone.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0LlVtlXEEA With the prototype recorded on a video posted by Sonny Dickson, the screen is split into two to simulate a virtual click wheel and four buttons for previous, Menu, play/pause, and next. The UI is also similar to the iPod's and you rely on the click wheel to navigate through it.
Our coverage of iphone click wheel includes: "The iPhone could have been a classic iPod twin"; "iPhone 3G: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly"; "Top iPhone 3G Alternatives". Each article provides unique insights and information.