Apple Inc., founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, is an American technology company renowned for its innovative consumer electronics, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch. Apple is also a leader in software, services, and ecosystem integration, emphasizing design, privacy, and performance. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple operates global R&D and industrial design centers, with key locations in the U.S., Japan, and Europe. As of 2024, Tim Cook is CEO, and Evans Hankey previously led industrial design following Jony Ive, though the design leadership structure has since shifted to a collaborative model. Apple employs approximately 160,000 people worldwide, with design deeply embedded in its hardware, software, and product development.

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