Apple Inc.
| Corporate Profile | |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Traded as | NASDAQ: AAPL |
| Industry | Consumer Electronics, Software, Cloud Services |
| Founded | April 1, 1976 |
| Founder(s) | Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, Ronald Wayne |
| Headquarters | 1 Apple Park Way, Cupertino, California, U.S.} |
| Operations & Leadership | |
| Leadership | Tim Cook (CEO), Arthur D. Levinson (Chairman) |
| Employees | 161,000+ |
| Financials & Links | |
| Revenue | $383.28 Billion (2023) |
| Website | Official Website |
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California, in Silicon Valley. It designs, develops, and sells consumer electronics, computer software, and online services.
History
Apple was founded as Apple Computer Company on April 1, 1976, by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne to develop and sell Wozniak's Apple I personal computer. It was incorporated as Apple Computer, Inc. in 1977.
Major Product Lines
- **iPhone**: Consumer smartphone line introduced in 2007.
- **Mac**: Personal computer and laptop lineup.
- **iPad**: Tablet computer line.
- **Apple Watch**: Wearable smartwatch series.
- **Services**: Apple Music, iCloud, Apple Pay, Apple TV+.
Market position
Apple is consistently ranked among the world's most valuable companies by market capitalization, driven primarily by iPhone sales alongside a growing base of subscription and services revenue. The company operates a vertically integrated model, designing its own silicon (the Apple M-series and A-series chips) in addition to its hardware and software.
Frequently Asked Questions
What products does Apple Inc. make?
Apple Inc. designs and sells consumer electronics including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch, along with services such as Apple Music, iCloud, Apple Pay, and Apple TV+.
When was Apple Inc. founded?
Apple was founded on April 1, 1976, by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne.
Who is the CEO of Apple Inc.?
As of the most recent record, Apple Inc. is led by CEO Tim Cook, with Arthur D. Levinson serving as Chairman.