Welcome to the billion device club, Apple.
Apple announced the sale of its billionth iPhone on Wednesday, nine years after the smartphone first went on sale.
"We never set out to make the most, but we've always set out to make the best products that make a difference," Apple CEO Tim Cook said at an employee meeting on Wednesday, according to a statement. "Thank you to everyone at Apple for helping change the world every day."
The milestone is a reminder of the nearly unprecedented reach and success of the iPhone.
The iPhone catapulted Apple (AAPL, Tech30) to become the most valuable business in the world and continues to account for the majority of Apple's revenue.
But the announcement comes one day after Apple reminded the world that the iPhone magic is fading