Apple Hosts Farewell Party for Tim Cook
Apple hosted a farewell party for Tim Cook at Apple Park, featuring a performance by OneRepublic and tributes from Laurene Powell Jobs and other executives.
81 stories found
Apple hosted a farewell party for Tim Cook at Apple Park, featuring a performance by OneRepublic and tributes from Laurene Powell Jobs and other executives.
An 8th-grade science project by Apple co-founder Steve Jobs is set to be auctioned, coinciding with the company's 50th anniversary.

A new report suggests that Apple owes a 'hidden debt' to the CIA, whose funding helped keep Steve Jobs' NeXT afloat in the 1980s, potentially enabling his return to Apple.
Articles reflect on Tim Cook's leadership as Apple CEO, evaluating the company's performance and stock growth since he took over from Steve Jobs. One article suggests he has inherited challenges, while another highlights the significant financial returns for early investors during his tenure.

Steve Jobs shared his unique explanation of intelligence in 1982 at the International Design Conference in Aspen, emphasizing a specific ability as its true hallmark.
Speculation arises whether Apple's new incoming CEO will be able to rekindle the innovative product design spirit reminiscent of the Steve Jobs era.

An opinion piece explores authenticity as a key trait for effective leadership, referencing Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford commencement speech on living one's own life.

Apple's Eddy Cue and producer Jerry Bruckheimer expressed optimism for a sequel to 'F1: The Movie' and teased a new UFO thriller at Cannes Lions. Cue also discussed Apple TV's strategy of not licensing library content and being inspired by Steve Jobs.
Apple once faced US government export controls on its Power Mac G4 'supercomputer' in 1999, an event that Steve Jobs famously leveraged into a successful marketing campaign.

Dobrý deň, v eurozóne sa zvýšili úrokové sadzby a ceny hypoték sa vracajú k 4 percentám.

A journalist recalls the night of October 9, 1984, when a young Steve Jobs set up a new Macintosh computer for Andy Warhol at John Lennon and Yoko Ono's Manhattan residence, impressing the artists.
Geoffrey Cain's book, 'Steve Jobs in Exile,' delves into the period of Steve Jobs's life often referred to as his 'wilderness years.'
Steve Jobs, despite being fired from Apple, emphasized the importance of loving one's work as the key to success and satisfaction in his 2005 Stanford commencement speech.
An anecdote reveals that Steve Jobs employed a 'beer test' during interviews at Apple, where a candidate's job offer depended on whether Jobs would want to have a drink with them.
Technology giant Apple is reportedly anticipating significant changes, with discussions around its leadership and future direction. This includes reflections on working under Steve Jobs by current and new executives like Tim Cook and John Ternus.

Apple's leadership, from Steve Jobs to Tim Cook, has focused on designing successions that encourage new directions rather than simply following previous paths.
Despite Steve Jobs reportedly calling Tim Cook "not a product person," he personally selected Cook to lead Apple. Under Cook's leadership, Apple has grown into a $4 trillion technology giant.

During a concert at Apple's Cupertino headquarters celebrating the company's 50th anniversary, Sir Paul McCartney revealed that Steve Jobs gave him the very first Apple phone produced in Europe. He shared this anecdote during a break between songs.

Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne founded 'Apple Computer Company' with the vision of creating revolutionary personal computers, detailing its journey from a garage idea to a technology giant.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates recalled the crucial 1997 moment when his company invested in a struggling Apple, preventing its bankruptcy and acknowledging Apple's subsequent significant role in the mobile industry.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has disclosed his long-held denial regarding Steve Jobs' illness, admitting he had expected his predecessor to recover and continue his involvement with the company, even just weeks before Cook assumed the CEO position.
A little-known management course in postwar Japan paved the way for Steve Jobs’ obsession with quality, while a 'genius' showed him the path from weaving loom to home computer, illustrating how the internet arose and influenced the tech revolution.
In 2010, Apple's market capitalization surpassed Microsoft's, a significant achievement after its near-bankruptcy in 1997.
Steve Jobs' meetings at Apple would get intense. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Steve Jobs' meeting style defined Apple's culture, fostering collaboration at the company. David Pogue's "Apple: The…
Mark Zuckerberg recounts his visit to a temple in India, inspired by Steve Jobs' advice, and shares the business and life lessons he learned from the experience.
"We were quite aware that he was sharing something akin to a state secret," Newsom wrote in his new memoir. Marijan Murat/picture alliance via Getty Images; Gavin Newsom and Steve Jobs Gavin Newsom w
On what would have been Steve Jobs' 71st birthday, influential friends including Tim Cook, Jony Ive, and Bob Iger shared career tips for creators, celebrating his enduring legacy.

Tim Cook was appointed CEO of Apple exactly 15 years ago on August 24th, following Steve Jobs' resignation on August 24, 2011.

Reports indicate that Steve Jobs's company, NeXT, received a significant computer order from the U.S. intelligence community in the 1980s, potentially contributing to his success.

A historical report details Apple's alleged 'secret debt' to the CIA in 1986, a period during the Cold War when Steve Jobs was working to rebuild his career after being ousted from Apple.
In 1997, Steve Jobs urged Apple employees to learn from Nike's marketing, emphasizing that Nike sold inspiration, not just shoes. This philosophy influenced Apple's iconic 'Think Different' campaign.
Steve Jobs once advised Oracle founder Larry Ellison not to buy Apple for approximately five billion dollars, preferring to return to lead the company through NeXT and emphasizing moral leadership over financial gain.
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison once planned a $5 billion hostile takeover of Apple with the intention of reinstating Steve Jobs as CEO, even arranging to borrow the entire sum. However, Jobs reportedly declined the offer, stating he did not need more money.

The success of 'Toy Story' played a pivotal role in Steve Jobs's journey to becoming a billionaire, highlighting his strategic ventures in the intersection of creativity and technology after his departure from Apple in 1985.
AI firm Anthropic is confronting US export controls on its advanced models due to national security concerns, drawing parallels to Apple's Power Mac G4 facing similar bans in the past.

Italian news channel Tg1 made a notable gaffe during a broadcast by including Steve Jobs, who passed away in 2011, among the celebrities present at an American ceremony.

Vietnam's national high school literature exam invoked Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk on June 11, asking more than 1.2 million students how the country might produce innovators of its own.
A quote from Steve Jobs emphasizes that true commitment and drive in work stem from a compelling vision, rather than external pressures, fostering intrinsic motivation.
An opinion piece reflects on Steve Jobs' famous 'You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them backwards' quote, highlighting its enduring relevance for navigating career uncertainty and finding meaning through experience.

Reed Jobs, son of Steve Jobs, plans to invest his $1 billion venture capital fund, Yosemite, in UK cancer care, motivated by his father's battle with the disease.

Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan shared a lesson on focus, distractions, and work ethics, drawing inspiration from the philosophy of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, including the controversial phrase "family is noise."
Apple announced leadership changes as Tim Cook transitions to executive chairman, with John Ternus assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1st; Steve Jobs’ 2011 resignation letter also resurfaced online.

The article reflects on how the introduction of the 99-cent song model, presented by Steve Jobs, profoundly changed and revitalized the music industry.

Apple has announced John Ternus as its new CEO, succeeding Tim Cook, who is stepping down from the role. Ternus, previously a product perfectionist, is set to lead the company into the AI age.

Tim Cook is stepping down from his role as CEO of Apple, with John Ternus, the company's senior vice president of hardware engineering, announced as his successor. This leadership change prompts discussions about Apple's future direction and challenges.
A retrospective looks back at Apple's half-century history, tracing its origins from 1976 to its current status as a tech giant, now revealing Steve Jobs' inspiration for the iPad stemmed from a Microsoft engineer's persistent boasting about tablet technology.

To mark its 50th anniversary, Apple is offering an exclusive edition iPhone that includes a piece of Steve Jobs' turtleneck sweater.
Apple is celebrating its 50th anniversary, with reflections on its tumultuous history, including its near-bankruptcy and subsequent success under Steve Jobs. The company's first chief designer, Hartmut Esslinger, also shared insights into shaping Apple's iconic design and his critical view of the company today.
As Apple approaches its 50th anniversary, former leaders like Steve Jobs and Tony Fadell reflect on the company's unique culture and iconic products like the iPod and iPhone that have defined its journey.

Leading AI companies like OpenAI and Anthropic are reportedly discovering the critical importance of strategic focus, echoing Steve Jobs' philosophy at Apple, for achieving success in the rapidly evolving industry.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has shared memories of Steve Jobs offering him the leadership role, along with advice to 'just do the right thing' rather than emulate Jobs. Cook also highlighted Apple's enduring culture of intense debate and collaboration.

In a letter published by the Steve Jobs Archive, Tim Cook reminisces about his initial years at Apple and the invaluable lessons learned while working alongside Steve Jobs, calling it the best decision of his life.
Upon his return to Apple in 1997, Steve Jobs drew inspiration from Nike's marketing approach, emphasizing that Apple's brand revitalization should focus on values and identity rather than just product specifications.
In his memoir, Michael Dell recounts meeting Steve Jobs in 1980 when Dell was fifteen, where Jobs spoke about personal computers revolutionizing the world, leaving a lasting impression.

A historical account from 1986 suggests a hidden connection between Apple and the CIA. During the Cold War, Steve Jobs, after leaving Apple, founded NeXT with the vision of creating an advanced computer, hinting at potential intelligence ties.
In his iconic 2005 Stanford speech, Steve Jobs emphasized death as life's greatest invention, urging graduates to live each day fully and follow their own path.

A Greek article recounts the dramatic moment at Macworld Expo in Boston when Steve Jobs announced a partnership with Microsoft, which included a significant investment in Apple, to a disapproving audience. The move is framed as Jobs saving Apple from destruction.
Under Tim Cook's leadership, Apple has significantly expanded its business and ecosystem beyond the iPhone, maintaining its position at the forefront of technology 15 years after Steve Jobs.
Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Steve Jobs, navigated financial hardships in her youth before accumulating significant wealth through investments in Apple and Disney, now spending summers aboard a superyacht.
US envoy Sergio Gor clarified that recent changes to H-1B visa rules are global and not specifically targeted at Indian nationals. This statement comes amid concerns following the Trump administration's immigration overhaul.
John Hartnett, a prominent Irish executive in Silicon Valley, discusses how Apple recruited his best people and later approached him, while also advising firms to be cautious about overplaying the 'Irish card'.
Investor Kevin O'Leary revealed the three key pieces of career advice he received from Apple founder Steve Jobs, emphasizing focus and distinguishing 'signal' from 'noise'.

An article explores Steve Jobs' '10-80-10' method, suggesting it can change the way people work by focusing on efficiency and trust rather than excessive detail.

An article recounts how Steve Jobs, after being ousted from Apple, made a seemingly irrational decision that ultimately led to billions for the company, detailing his comeback story.
Reed Jobs, son of Steve Jobs, is reportedly planning to invest in cancer startups as part of a UK healthcare expansion initiative.

Apple co-founder Steve Jobs reportedly used an unconventional "beer test" to decide who to hire, preferring a less formal approach to job interviews.

John Ternus is set to become the eighth CEO of Apple, following in the footsteps of co-founder Steve Jobs, who saved the company from bankruptcy, and Tim Cook, who built it into a global empire.

Apple announced record quarterly earnings, surpassing expectations despite ongoing supply chain disruptions. CEO Tim Cook highlighted strong demand for new iPhones and discussed future growth opportunities, including in India.
NFL Hall of Famer and investor Fran Tarkenton suggests that Apple's new CEO should heed the advice Steve Jobs once gave to Tim Cook regarding leadership decisions.

Apple CEO Tim Cook is set to step down from his position in September, with John Ternus announced as his successor. This leadership transition marks a new era for the tech giant, prompting discussions among analysts and investors about the company's future direction.
Marc Andreessen has lauded Elon Musk's direct and "no-sugarcoating" leadership approach, crediting it for attracting top talent and comparing him to Steve Jobs. Cathie Wood also commented on Musk's style.

A retrospective looks back at Apple's half-century history, tracing its origins from Steve Wozniak's circuit board design and Steve Jobs' business vision in 1976 to its current status as a tech giant.

The article recounts Apple's 50-year history, starting from Steve Wozniak's computer board design in 1976 and Steve Jobs' vision to turn it into a business opportunity.

As April Fools' Day approaches, articles explore its origins, famous pranks throughout history, and the potential consequences of jokes, alongside guides for harmless pranks for children, discussions on its cultural significance, and reflections on why lying is allowed on this day, with some outlets asking readers about their prank plans.

Former Apple President Marco Landi, who led the company in Cupertino between 1995 and 1997, shares his account of bringing co-founder Steve Jobs back to the company, transforming it into a myth.
Apple CEO Tim Cook shared the unforgettable advice he received from co-founder Steve Jobs before taking over as CEO: 'Never ask what I would do.'

A Guardian article reviews Apple's half-century history since its founding by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, chronicling its major technological triumphs and flops from the iPod to the Pippin.
A former Apple executive reflects on his 15 years of working with Steve Jobs, highlighting the late founder's emphasis on learning over being right.
An article details Steve Jobs' management philosophy, including his 'no bozos' policy and tips for effective leadership, emphasizing that the best managers often didn't initially seek the role.
Details have emerged about how Steve Jobs secured a job in just 20 minutes without a formal application process.