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Which of these individuals was NOT one of the founders of Apple?
Which of these individuals was NOT one of the founders of Apple?
The Apple II was released before the Apple I.
The Apple II was released before the Apple I.
False (B)
What year did Apple's Initial Public Offering (IPO) take place?
What year did Apple's Initial Public Offering (IPO) take place?
1980
The Macintosh was the first personal computer to feature a ______ user interface.
The Macintosh was the first personal computer to feature a ______ user interface.
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Which of these products was NOT launched by Apple?
Which of these products was NOT launched by Apple?
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Apple's first product, the Apple I, was released in 1977.
Apple's first product, the Apple I, was released in 1977.
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Match the Apple product to its year of release:
Match the Apple product to its year of release:
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What technological innovation did the Macintosh introduce that made it revolutionary?
What technological innovation did the Macintosh introduce that made it revolutionary?
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What year did Apple introduce the iPod?
What year did Apple introduce the iPod?
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The iMac, introduced in 1998, included a built-in monitor and keyboard.
The iMac, introduced in 1998, included a built-in monitor and keyboard.
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What was the name of the first tablet computer released by Apple?
What was the name of the first tablet computer released by Apple?
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The Apple Watch was introduced in ______ and was designed to pair with the iPhone.
The Apple Watch was introduced in ______ and was designed to pair with the iPhone.
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Match the Apple products with their release dates:
Match the Apple products with their release dates:
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Which of these features contributed to the iPhone's success?
Which of these features contributed to the iPhone's success?
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The App Store was launched with the first iPhone release in 2007.
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?
What is the Apple chip that powers the redesigned MacBook Pro introduced in 2021?
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The introduction of the Macintosh is often credited with making computer technology more ______ to the general public.
The introduction of the Macintosh is often credited with making computer technology more ______ to the general public.
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What year did Apple become the first publicly traded company to reach a $1 trillion market capitalization?
What year did Apple become the first publicly traded company to reach a $1 trillion market capitalization?
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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.
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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.
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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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Description
Explore the significant milestones in Apple's history, from its founding in 1976 to the launch of revolutionary products like the iPhone. This timeline highlights key events, products, and innovations that shaped the tech industry. Discover how Apple evolved to become a leader in technology and design.
