Apple marks a significant milestone today as the renowned US technology giant hits its 50th anniversary. Founded on April 1, 1976, by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, Apple started its journey from Jobs’ parents’ residence in Los Altos, California, where they introduced their first product, the Apple 1.
The inception of the personal PC, the Apple 1, paved the way for Apple’s remarkable success story, propelling it to become one of the largest companies globally. Originally focused on computers, Apple has diversified its portfolio to include groundbreaking products like the iPod, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
The Verge recently conducted a survey among its readers to determine Apple’s greatest hits. Surprisingly, the original iPhone, launched in 2007, claimed the top position. The iPhone revolutionized the tech industry, serving as a multifunctional device for communication, entertainment, mobile payments, and photography.
Following closely in second place is the iconic iPod, which captured the world’s attention in 2001 with its promise of carrying “1,000 songs in your pocket,” transforming how people enjoyed music.
The latest addition to the top three rankings by The Verge readers is Apple’s M1 chip, which has redefined the performance and efficiency of Apple’s personal computers. The M1 chip offers enhanced capabilities, revolutionizing the user experience.
The rankings of Apple’s best devices are dynamic, with The Verge continuously collecting votes. 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.