There's nothing more soothing to the average geek's mind than a fact-filled infographic. Unless, of course, it's a video infographic! That's right, our handsome, tech-addled buddies at CNET UK have been working hard on this boundary-pushing moving picture that will teach you the history of the iPhone (and much more besides) in just under four minutes.

　　The Apple iPhone: infographical.

　　Set you cerebellum to iPhone mode and brace your brain for a barrage of education. Not only will you learn what technology makes up the universe's most popular mobile, but you'll also see the history behind those technologies, from the very first mobile phone call to the world's first portable music player. It's the perfect way to get informed in advance of the iPhone 5, due out in just a few weeks.

　　Needless to say, the whole shebang is rendered with eye-pleasing swoopy visuals, and they've even chucked in a tune that is so catchy you'll hum yourself into insanity once you've heard it. Whether you love or hate the iPhone, you can't deny the impact it's had on the tech world. And if blistering iPhone games like Tiny Wings and Infinity Blade are anything to go by, Apple's humble little rectangle is poised to shake up the world of gaming too.

　　Are you iPhone mental? Or can you not stand the blasted thing? Let us know in the comments or on our Facebook page. And don't forget to let our brothers-in-arms at CNET UK know what you think of their efforts.