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Steve Jobs- The Man who thought different
Noteworthy Inventions
Death
- His first invention ever was the Apple I computer that was introduced in 1976.
- In October 2001, Steve announced the apple iPod, an MP3 machine developed by apple.
- On January 9, 2007, the Apple iPhone was released. This phone was compared to a computer because of its vast amount of features. It has become an iconic phone used by many today.
- On January 7, 2010, Steve Jobs announced the Apple iPad which was an all-around entertainment device that has the same functions of an iPhone but with a much larger screen.
- Diagnosed with Pancreatic cancer in October, 2003
- Received surgery on July 31, 2004 in hope to recover
- Attempted a liver transplant which consisted of taking prescription drugs. The drugs are rumored to have put his immune system in a deep sleep which didn't allow him to fight off the cancer
- On October 5, 2011, Steve Jobs body was no longer able to function. He passed away at age 56 in Palto Alto, California.
Background Information
- Steve was born on February 24, 1955 but was soon adopted by Clara and Paul Jobs
- At the age of 12, the family moved to Los Angeles so Steve could receive a better education
- Clara Jobs died at a young age and Steve was eventually reunited with his biological mother
- In 1972 when Jobs was just 17, he began his studies at Reed College in Portland, Oregon. He dropped out after just one semester!