“The iPhone was out in the 90s and the 80s”: Adin Ross sets off debate with wild tech history claim

Adin Ross ignited online controversy with the historically inaccurate claim that iPhones existed in the 1980s and 90s, sparking widespread mockery and debate across social media platforms. Despite the backlash, Ross doubled down, suggesting that powerful elites had access to advanced technology before the general public. The incident highlights how misinformation can rapidly spread through livestreaming, fueling viral conversations.