INTRODUCTION
Apple Inc., was established in April 1976 by Ronald Wayne, Steve Jobs, and Steve Wozniak. On January 1977, the company was incorporated as Apple Computer. The firm's headquarters are based in Cupertino, California. Apple is known for designing, developing, and selling consumer electronics, computer software, and online services.
Apple has grown into one of the best and largest global technology companies. The company produces various hardware products such as smartphones, media players, smart watches, personal computers, and tablet computers.
The company's best-selling product line is the iPhone series. Other popular products include iPad, iPod touch, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, AirPods, HomePod, and Beats headphones.
Some of its software products include web browsers, productivity and creativity suites, media players, and operating systems. Apple has been praised for its innovative designs, and its products have been successful in the consumer electronics market. However, the business has additionally received criticism for its closed ecosystem, which limits the customization and interoperability of its products.