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Which company made the first smartphone with a touchscreen?

IBM

Background

The first touchscreen smartphone came from IBM back in 1992 and was called Simon. It could make calls, send faxes, and even receive emails. Only about 50,000 units were sold. The idea only became a global hit with the iPhone 15 years later.

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