Apple is marking a significant achievement today as it reaches its 50th anniversary. The renowned tech company was established on April 1, 1976, by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, who kickstarted their venture in Los Altos, California, utilizing Jobs’ parents’ home and garage to introduce their first product, the Apple 1.
At the time of the Apple 1’s creation, no one could have foreseen the remarkable success that the brand would achieve, propelling Apple to become one of the largest corporations globally.
Initially focused solely on computers, Apple has since diversified its offerings, developing iconic products such as the iPod, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
The team at The Verge has polled its audience to determine Apple’s greatest hits, revealing some unexpected results. Notably, the original iPhone, unveiled in 2007, has secured the top position. This groundbreaking device has evolved into Apple’s most popular product, enabling users to communicate, entertain themselves, conduct transactions, and capture memories through its integrated cameras.
Steve Jobs described the iPhone as “An iPod, a phone, and an internet communicator” during its launch, emphasizing its multifunctionality as a single device.
Ranking second is the iconic iPod, which revolutionized the music industry in 2001 with its promise of carrying “1,000 songs in your pocket,” replacing bulky tape and CD players.
Although many might anticipate devices like the AirPods or Apple Watch to claim the third spot, The Verge’s readers have voted the Apple M1 chip onto the podium. This innovative silicon has transformed the performance and efficiency of Apple’s PCs, garnering widespread user adoption.
The ranking of Apple’s top devices is subject to change as The Verge continues to gather votes. However, as of the latest update, the top 20 rankings are as follows. Do you agree?
1. Original iPhone
2. Original iPod
3. M1 chip
4. Original Macintosh
5. Mac OS X
6. Wedge MacBook Air
7. iPhone 4
8. iTunes
9. Original iPod Mini
10. Bondi blue iMac
11. Original AirPods Pro
12. Original AirPods
13. iPod with click wheel (4th gen)
14. Original iPad
15. Slim unibody iMac
16. AirDrop
17. Apple Pay
18. iPod Nano (2nd gen)
19. iMac G4
20. Original iPod Touch