51 Surprising Facts about Apple You Didn’t Know

Whenever you think of the word smartphone, the first thing that pops up into your mind is an iPhone and an unforgettable bitten Apple logo. Over a few decades, Apple Inc. has become a well-known brand that has reached every door worldwide. 

However, did you know Apple wasn’t the first choice for the name? Not only this, but there are many such surprising facts about Apple that only a few are aware of. It’s time to dig deep and reveal some of the interesting things about Apple that nobody knew. 

Let’s open the treasure chest of secrets and find out more about this well-established brand that many professionals

In this article, we will explore some of the most surprising facts about Apple that you should know if you are truly a tech nerd. 

Apple Inc. – Overview:

Apple Inc. is an American Multinational Corporation and Technology company. It was founded on 1^st April 1976, by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne. It is known for its customer electronics, software, and services.

Apple is the largest technology company by revenue, with US$391.04 billion in the 2024 fiscal year. Apple’s product lineup includes portable and home hardware such as the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and Apple TV. Also, operating systems such as iOS, iPadOS, and macOS; and various software and services including Apple Pay, iCloud, and multimedia streaming services like Apple Music and Apple TV+. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies. 

51 Surprising Facts about Apple:

Facts About the Company

1. Apple was founded on April 1, 1976, adding a touch of irony to its serious business trajectory
   
2. Apple was the first company to reach $1 trillion, $2 trillion, and $3 trillion in market capitalization
   
3. At one point, Apple’s cash reserves exceeded those of the US government
   
4. Apple earns approximately $1,752 per second, highlighting its immense profitability
   
5. Apple has consistently ranked as one of the world’s most valuable brands, reflecting its cultural significance
   
6. Apple Music, iCloud, and Apple Pay collectively generate billions, proving Apple isn’t just about hardware
   
7. Apple’s 30% cut from developers has led to antitrust scrutiny and global lawsuits
   
8. Apple is responsible for over 2 million jobs in the U.S., including direct and indirect employment
   
9. As of recent years, all Apple facilities worldwide run on 100% renewable energy
   
10. Apple created robots to disassemble iPhones and recycle valuable components
    
11. The latest iPhones use recycled rare earth elements in all magnets, including cameras and speakers
    
12. Apple has a ‘no smoking’ ban regarding its computers. If you smoke while using an Apple computer, you void the warranty.

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Surprising Facts About Apple Founders

13. Co-founder Ronald Wayne sold his 10% stake for $800, a decision that cost him billions in hindsight
    
14. The Apple I was priced at $666.66, a number chosen for its ease of typing and memorability
    
15. Steve Wozniak Survived a Plane Crash and Lost His Memory
    
16. The First Universal Remote Control Came from Woz
    
17. Ronald Wayne Hand-Wrote Apple’s First Partnership Agreement.

Brand Identity & Product Facts

18. Apple’s initial logo featured Isaac Newton under an apple tree, a stark contrast to its current minimalist design
    
19. In 1986, Apple launched a clothing line called “The Apple Collection,” showcasing its experimental side
    
20.  The ‘i’ in products like iMac and iPhone stands for internet, individual, instruct, inform, and inspire
    
21. Apple devices in advertisements often display 9:41 AM, the time Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPhone
    
22. The iPod was initially pitched to other companies before Apple recognized its potential
    
23. Apple’s ecosystem encourages users to stick to Apple devices by offering seamless cross-functionality
    
24. Samsung manufactures components like the iPad’s Retina display, showcasing complex industry relationships

Security, Secrecy, and Controversies

25. Apple is notorious for its extreme secrecy; employees often work on projects without knowing the full scope
    
26. To identify leakers, Apple has reportedly seeded fake products or parts internally
    
27. Ironically, Apple’s own security manual once leaked online, revealing how seriously they take internal policies
    
28. Astronomer Carl Sagan sued Apple over codenaming a project “Sagan,” explaining the company’s occasional controversies

Unusual and Fun Facts

29. There are accounts of MacBook Pros stopping bullets, highlighting their strong construction
    
30. There was an Apple-themed café in Paris
    
31. Apple bought a music company just to get a name
    
32. Apple Stores are among the most profitable retail spaces
    
33. Apple holds a patent for a paper shopping bag made from environmentally friendly materials, showcasing its obsession with design, even for packaging
    
34. Before founding Apple, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak built and sold illegal “blue boxes” that allowed users to make free long-distance phone calls by mimicking telephone tones
    
35. The Newton-under-an-apple-tree logo was used for a very brief period before being replaced by the more iconic rainbow Apple logo

Surprising Facts about Steve Jobs

36. He purchased computer animation studio Pixar from George Lucas for $10 million in 1986
    
37. Once threw an iPhone in an aquarium to make a point that there was too much wasted space inside.
    
38. He was often seen to wear black turtlenecks, Levi’s jeans, and New Balance sneakers
    
39. Created the first Macintosh based on a mouse-based electronics from Xerox PARC
    
40. Refused surgery to operate on his cancerous tumor for 9 months, until finally giving in
    
41. He has a private Gulfstream V Jet worth over $40 million

Surprising Facts about Apple iPhone:

42. “Purple” was the secret project codename for the first iPhone
    
43. Early iPhone prototypes could run a version of Mac OS X
    
44. A real magician helped design the iPhone’s iconic “slide to unlock” feature
    
45. The original iPhone didn’t have an App Store
    
46. The first iPhone design sketch was by Apple’s former chief designer, Jonathan Ive
    
47. Siri was not originally an Apple creation
    
48. You can customize the intensity of your iPhone’s flashlight
    
49. You can undo typing by shaking your iPhone
    
50. The iPhone was named Time Magazine’s “Invention of the Year” in 2007
    
51. There have been over 2.5 trillion photos taken on iPhones

Conclusion:

Apple is known to offer not just innovative products, but also provides better services to its customers. Whenever the word Apple comes to mind, there is a chance we all think about an iPhone, MacBook, or iPad. That’s how they have ensured the company’s brand has been top-notch over the past few years. 

However, apart from the services and other platforms, there are some surprising facts about Apple that no one knows about. 

From the idea behind the name, the change of Isaac Newton’s logo, to the cash reserve exceeding that of the Government. There are many hidden facts about this multinational technology company.

These are just a few surprising facts about Apple that we have mentioned. If you know a fact about Apple that we missed? Share yours too!

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