Mohammed Shakaa, a dedicated Apple enthusiast based in Dubai, made a striking impression at the local Apple Store by showing up with 53 vintage iPhones in tow. Invited by staff to showcase his collection, Shakaa brought everything from the original first-generation device to the latest models to mark the arrival of his two new iPhone Duos. For Shakaa, these devices are more than just dusty electronics; they are a curated personal exhibit that he maintains at home, featuring various color iterations to track the evolution of the brand’s technology over the last two decades.

Beyond his impressive collection, Shakaa views his hobby as a deep-seated passion and a personal challenge. Having spent the last three years securing his spot at the front of the line for major releases, he successfully completed his personal “hat-trick” with this latest launch. Now that he has achieved his goal of being the first in line locally, his ambitions are shifting toward the global stage. Shakaa is setting his sights on California, hoping to attend an official Apple launch event in the future to demonstrate the true extent of his lifelong devotion to the brand.