Apple, the renowned US technology giant, is marking its 50th anniversary today. Founded on April 1, 1976, by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak in Los Altos, California, the company initiated its journey from a humble beginning in Jobs’ parents’ house and garage, introducing its first product, the Apple 1.
The inception of the personal PC, the Apple 1, paved the way for Apple’s extraordinary success story, positioning it as one of the leading global corporations today.
Initially focused on computers, Apple diversified its portfolio over the years, creating groundbreaking products such as the iPod, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
The Verge, a popular tech platform, recently engaged its audience in determining Apple’s greatest creations. Surprisingly, the top spot was claimed by the original iPhone, launched in 2007, which has become Apple’s flagship product, revolutionizing communication, entertainment, payments, and photography through its innovative features.
The iconic iPod secured the second position, making waves in 2001 with its promise of “1,000 songs in your pocket,” disrupting traditional music listening habits.
In a shift from conventional expectations, The Verge readers ranked Apple’s M1 PC chip in third place. This silicon chip has redefined the user experience of Apple’s PCs, offering enhanced performance and efficiency.
The top 20 list of Apple’s best devices, as per The Verge’s ongoing poll, includes a mix of historic and modern innovations, with rankings subject to change based on ongoing votes. Do you agree with the current standings?
1. Original iPhone
2. Original iPod
3. M1 chip
4. Original Macintosh
5. Mac OS X
6. Wedge MacBook Air
7. iPhone 4
8. iTunes
9. Original iPod Mini
10. Bondi blue iMac
11. Original AirPods Pro
12. Original AirPods
13. iPod with click wheel (4th gen)
14. Original iPad
15. Slim unibody iMac
16. AirDrop
17. Apple Pay
18. iPod Nano (2nd gen)
19. iMac G4
20. Original iPod Touch
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