Steve Jobs
Steve Jobs (February 24, 1955 – October 5, 2011) was an American entrepreneur and visionary who co-founded Apple Inc. and revolutionized multiple industries including personal computing, music, smartphones, and digital publishing. Born in San Francisco and adopted shortly after birth, Jobs showed early interest in electronics and design, dropping out of college to explore his passions. Alongside Steve Wozniak, he launched Apple in 1976, introducing the Apple II and later the Macintosh, which set new standards for user-friendly computing. After being ousted from Apple in 1985, Jobs founded NeXT and acquired Pixar, which became a powerhouse in animated films. Returning to Apple in 1997, he led the development of iconic products like the iMac, iPod, iPhone, and iPad, transforming the company into one of the world’s most valuable brands. Known for his relentless pursuit of perfection, innovative spirit, and compelling presentations, Jobs profoundly shaped modern technology and culture before his death from pancreatic cancer in 2011.