
American
Entrepreneur
24 Feb 1955
05 Oct 2011
Steven Paul Jobs, born on February 24, 1955, in San Francisco, California, co-founded Apple Inc. with Steve Wozniak, setting off a technological revolution. From the early Apple I computer to the iPhone, Jobs' emphasis on design, user experience, and boundary-pushing innovation reshaped entire industries, from personal computing to animated films, music, phones, tablet computing, and digital publishing. Under his leadership, products like the Macintosh, iPod, iPhone, and iPad became not just gadgets, but extensions of our identities and means of experiencing the world.
Beyond the devices and platforms he helped create, Jobs was known for his electrifying presentations, often turning product launches into cultural events. Yet, his journey wasn't without setbacks, including his departure and eventual return to Apple, during which he acquired Pixar Animation Studios and revolutionized the animation industry. Throughout his life, Jobs championed the convergence of liberal arts and technology. Though he passed away on October 5, 2011, Steve Jobs' legacy as a pioneer of the digital age continues to inspire and shape the way we live, work, and dream.