Science Friday When The ‘Personal’ Computer Turned 30
Jan 24, 2024
Hear about the innovative features and impact of the Apple Macintosh. Learn about the early days of personal computing and how the Macintosh came to be. Explore the rivalry between Apple and IBM and the iconic '1984' commercial. Discover the pricing strategy and slow start of the Macintosh in the marketplace. Dive into the evolution of Macintosh software and Apple as a company.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Early Days of the Macintosh
03:42 • 5min
Steve's Impact and Stories from the Early Days of Apple
09:01 • 3min
The Competition Between Apple and IBM
11:49 • 2min
Pricing, Mouse Adoption, and Openness: The Early Days of the Apple Macintosh
13:26 • 3min
The Evolution of the Macintosh
16:49 • 16min