Apple Co-Founder Steve Jobs Dies At Age Of 56

Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, who changed the daily habits of millions by reinventing computing, music and mobile phones, has passed away.
Once known as Silicon Valley’s enfant terrible, Steve Jobs had gained the status of an iconic visionary, after the unparalleled success of the iPod (with iTunes), the iPhone and more recently, the iPad.

Today, after bringing his company to the top and stepping down as CEO of Apple, Steve Jobs has died at age 56.

A great visionary, a great leader and a guy who reshaped the tech world around us. He will be deeply missed.



Jobs announced he was suffering from pancreatic cancer in 2004.


Apple sent the following press release
We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.

Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.

His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family.

Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.


 
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