A smartphone is a cellular phone that is really so much more than just a phone. It seems like each year, or even sooner, with the quick way technology advances, more and more features are added to these smartphones. The very first smartphone actually came out in 1992. It was a concept phone, but, it could even send email and fax. Now they can do lots and lots of things. You can surf the web, check your email, and keep up with your friends on various social networks. They have games on them and GPS capabilities, as well.