1001 Apple's History Timeline (CHECK - too much ipad iphone, some don't apply)

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Which of these individuals was NOT one of the founders of Apple?

  • Steve Wozniak
  • Ronald Wayne
  • Bill Gates (correct)
  • Steve Jobs

The Apple II was released before the Apple I.

False (B)

What year did Apple's Initial Public Offering (IPO) take place?

1980

The Macintosh was the first personal computer to feature a ______ user interface.

<p>graphical</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these products was NOT launched by Apple?

<p>Windows (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Apple's first product, the Apple I, was released in 1977.

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Match the Apple product to its year of release:

<p>Apple II = 1977 Macintosh = 1984 iPod = 2001 iPhone = 2007</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technological innovation did the Macintosh introduce that made it revolutionary?

<p>graphical user interface (GUI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year did Apple introduce the iPod?

<p>2001 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The iMac, introduced in 1998, included a built-in monitor and keyboard.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the first tablet computer released by Apple?

<p>iPad</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Apple Watch was introduced in ______ and was designed to pair with the iPhone.

<p>2014</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the Apple products with their release dates:

<p>iMac = August 15, 1998 iPod = October 23, 2001 iPhone = June 29, 2007 iPad = April 3, 2010 Apple Watch = September 9, 2014</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these features contributed to the iPhone's success?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The App Store was launched with the first iPhone release in 2007.

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What is the Apple chip that powers the redesigned MacBook Pro introduced in 2021?

<p>M1 Pro and M1 Max</p> Signup and view all the answers

The introduction of the Macintosh is often credited with making computer technology more ______ to the general public.

<p>approachable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year did Apple become the first publicly traded company to reach a $1 trillion market capitalization?

<p>2018 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Apple's Founding

Apple was founded on April 1, 1976 by Jobs, Wozniak, and Wayne.

First Product: Apple I

The Apple I was released in 1976 as Apple's first product.

Apple II Introduction

The Apple II, launched in 1977, was a successful personal computer with color graphics.

Apple's IPO

Apple launched its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on December 12, 1980, becoming a public company.

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Introduction of Macintosh

The Macintosh was introduced on January 24, 1984, featuring the first user-friendly GUI.

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Mac OS Release

In 1991, Apple released the first version of Mac OS, foundational for future systems.

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Launch of iPod

The iPod was introduced in 2001, revolutionizing the music industry with digital downloads.

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iPhone Release

The iPhone, released in 2007, transformed smartphone use and communication.

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Macintosh introduction

The Macintosh was launched with user-friendly software like MacPaint and MacWrite, making computers accessible to the public.

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iMac launch date

The iMac, an all-in-one computer, was introduced by Apple on August 15, 1998, known for its unique design.

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iPod introduction

Apple introduced the iPod on October 23, 2001, revolutionizing portable music with a capacity of 1,000 songs.

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iPhone introduction

The iPhone was released on June 29, 2007, combining a smartphone, iPod, and internet communicator in one device.

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iPad launch date

Apple launched the iPad on April 3, 2010, creating a new market for tablets between smartphones and laptops.

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Steve Jobs' death

Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple, passed away on October 5, 2011, leaving a profound legacy in technology.

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Apple Watch introduction

The Apple Watch was introduced on September 9, 2014, entering the wearable tech market with fitness and notification features.

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Apple's trillion-dollar valuation

On September 12, 2018, Apple became the first public company to reach a $1 trillion valuation, indicating immense market success.

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MacBook Pro redesign

Apple revealed a redesigned MacBook Pro on October 18, 2021, featuring M1 Pro and M1 Max chips for better performance.

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App Store launch

Launched in 2008, the App Store expanded the iPhone's capabilities, allowing users to download various applications.

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Study Notes

Apple's History Timeline

  • 1976: Apple was founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne.
  • 1976: Apple I, the first Apple product, was released.
  • 1977: Apple II was introduced.
  • 1980: Apple went public via an IPO.
  • 1984: Apple introduced the Macintosh, the first personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI).
    • This featured a 9-inch black and white display, a keyboard and mouse, and a Motorola 68000 microprocessor.
    • Supported by software like MacPaint and MacWrite.
  • 1991: The first version of Mac OS was released, forming the basis of future Mac OS versions.
  • 1998: The iMac, an all-in-one computer, was introduced by Apple.
  • 2001: The iPod, a portable media player, was launched, revolutionizing the music industry.
  • 2007: Apple released the iPhone, transforming the smartphone industry, combining mobile phone, iPod, and internet access capabilities into one device.
    • The introduction of the App Store in 2008 further expanded iPhone functionality.
  • 2010: Apple introduced the iPad, creating a new market for tablet computers.
  • 2011: Steve Jobs, Apple's co-founder, passed away.
  • 2014: Apple launched the Apple Watch, entering the wearable technology market.
  • 2018: Apple reached a $1 trillion valuation, becoming the first publicly traded company to hit this milestone.
  • 2021: Apple unveiled a redesigned MacBook Pro with M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, featuring enhanced performance, improved displays, and MagSafe charging.

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