Behind the Bastards Part Four: The Terrible Secret of Steve Jobs
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Mar 14, 2024 Exploring Steve Jobs' impact on the music industry and his outsourcing to China, revealing worker exploitation. Delving into controversial figures and dark consequences of tech innovations. Reflecting on facing consequences and seeking redemption, while touching on cancer treatment choices and his passing.
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The Newton PDA
- After Jobs' departure, Apple's CEO, John Sculley, pursued the Newton PDA.
- This handheld device, envisioned as Apple's savior, ultimately failed due to its poor handwriting recognition and limited functionality.
Jobs' Design Philosophy
- Jobs' focus on simplicity and user experience, while initially criticized, ultimately led to Apple's success.
- Products like the iPod, iMac, and iPhone thrived due to their user-friendliness and aesthetic appeal.
The iMac's "Sex Appeal"
- Upon his return to Apple, Jobs prioritized aesthetics, famously stating that their products lacked "sex".
- The iMac, though considered more cute than sexy by some, marked a turning point for the company.