Apple marks a significant milestone today as the renowned US tech giant hits its 50th anniversary. Founded on April 1, 1976, by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak in Los Altos, California, Apple started its journey from Jobs’ parents’ house and garage with the launch of the first product, the Apple 1.
The inception of the personal PC, the Apple 1, paved the way for Apple’s remarkable success story, establishing the company as one of the major players globally.
Initially focused on computers, Apple has diversified its product portfolio over the years, introducing iconic devices like the iPod, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
In a recent survey conducted by The Verge, readers were asked to vote on Apple’s greatest hits, revealing some unexpected results. The original iPhone, released in 2007, claimed the top position, becoming Apple’s flagship product renowned for its multifunctionality and user-friendly features.
The iconic iPod secured the second spot, revolutionizing the music industry in 2001 with its promise of carrying “1,000 songs in your pocket,” replacing bulky tape and CD players.
Apple bid farewell to the iPod range in May 2022, signifying the end of an era.
Interestingly, The Verge readers ranked Apple’s M1 chip in third place, acknowledging its transformative impact on Apple’s PC performance, enhancing efficiency and user experience.
As The Verge continues to collect votes on Apple’s top devices, the rankings are subject to change. As of now, the top 20 devices include the Original iPhone, Original iPod, M1 chip, Original Macintosh, Mac OS X, Wedge MacBook Air, iPhone 4, iTunes, Original iPod Mini, Bondi blue iMac, Original AirPods Pro, Original AirPods, iPod with click wheel (4th gen), Original iPad, Slim unibody iMac, AirDrop, Apple Pay, iPod Nano (2nd gen), iMac G4, and Original iPod Touch.