<ul><li><keyword id="19894961" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Apple" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Apple" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Apple">Apple</keyword> has introduced several ports in the past</li><li>iPhone 15 saw us bidding adieu to the <keyword id="22891333" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="lightning-port" source="keywords">lightning port</keyword> forever</li><li>MagSafe was introduced with the MacBook in 2006</li></ul><br />Last year, while unveiling the iPhone 15 series, Apple made an announcement that caught the entire world’s eye. The Cupertino-based tech giant had shifted to <keyword id="20987565" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="USB-Type-C" source="keywords">USB Type-C</keyword> charging for its iPhones, bidding adieu to the lightning port permanently. This meant good news for Apple users across the globe as they would now no longer have to carry a separate charger for their <keyword id="20113477" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="macbooks" source="keywords">MacBooks</keyword> and iPhones. The company also launched the AirPods Pro with the USB Type C during the event. <br /><br /> Now, Apple’s approach to ports and connectors has evolved significantly over the years, reflecting broader technological shifts, consumer demands, and the company’s relentless pursuit of simplicity and efficiency. As we gear up for the launch of the <keyword id="19899647" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="iPhone-16" source="keywords">iPhone 16</keyword> in less than a month, let us take a look at how Apple has introduced various ports across its devices all these years.<br /><br /> <h2>Back to the beginning: Serial ports and ADB</h2> In the early years of personal computing, connectivity was a complex affair, with various proprietary connectors and interfaces in use. Apple’s earliest computers, like the Apple II (released in 1977), used serial ports and parallel ports for connecting peripherals like printers and modems.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="apple mac" msid="112735350" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Representative Image&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br /> In 1986, Apple introduced the Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) with the <keyword id="20332872" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="macintosh" source="keywords">Macintosh</keyword> II and the Apple IIGS. ADB was a proprietary interface that allowed users to connect keyboards, mice, and other low-speed input devices. ADB remained a standard in Macintosh computers until it was eventually phased out in favour of USB in the late 1990s.<br /><br /> <b><h2>The floppy disk drive and SCSI era</h2></b> Apple’s early computers also prominently featured floppy disk drives. The original Macintosh 128K (1984) famously included a 3.5-inch floppy disk drive, which became an industry standard.<br /> <br />To connect external storage devices and other peripherals, Apple also adopted the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) in 1986 with the Macintosh Plus. SCSI allowed for the connection of hard drives, scanners, and other high-speed devices, offering a significant leap in performance over older interfaces.<br /><br /> <b><h2>The speed revolution with <keyword id="22891334" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="FireWire" source="keywords">FireWire</keyword></h2></b> The late 1990s saw the introduction of FireWire, a technology that Apple helped to develop. First introduced on the Power Macintosh G3 in 1999, FireWire was designed for high-speed data transfer, making it ideal for video editing, external storage, and other demanding applications. It became a popular standard in the creative industries, particularly for digital video cameras.<br /><br /> FireWire was available in two versions: FireWire 400 and FireWire 800, the latter of which doubled the data transfer rate. <br /><br /> <b><h2>The introduction of USB</h2></b> One of the most significant shifts in Apple’s approach to ports came with the adoption of USB (Universal Serial Bus). Apple was one of the first major companies to embrace USB, beginning with the iMac G3 in 1998.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="1" msid="112735684" hostid="261"></div><br /> The iMac turned out to be a colourful, all-in-one machine that looked like it belonged in a futuristic candy store. But it wasn’t just the design that caught everyone’s eye; it was Apple’s decision to ditch its long-used Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) connector in favour of USB, the Universal Serial Bus. This was a big deal.<br /><br /> The colourful, translucent iMac famously omitted the floppy disk drive and instead offered USB ports as the primary means of connecting peripherals.<br /><br /> USB was a game-changer, offering a universal and user-friendly interface for connecting everything from keyboards and mice to printers and external storage. The widespread adoption of USB across the tech industry led to a vast ecosystem of compatible devices, further solidifying Apple’s commitment to this standard.<br /><br /><h2>The MAGnetic connection</h2> MagSafe, introduced with the MacBook in 2006, was a game-changer in laptop charging. The magnetic connector snapped into place, making it easy to connect and disconnect your charger without worrying about tripping over the cable and sending your laptop flying.<br /><br /> MagSafe went through a few iterations, including MagSafe 2, which was slimmer to fit Apple’s increasingly thin laptops. But in 2015, with the shift to USB-C, Apple discontinued MagSafe on its laptops, much to the disappointment of fans.<br /><br /> In 2021, MagSafe returned to the MacBook Pro, but this time, it’s known as MagSafe 3. While it’s a welcome return for many, it’s not backward compatible with older MagSafe chargers, meaning you’ll need a new one if you’ve been holding onto an older model.<br /><br /> <b><h2>Speed boost with Thunderbolt</h2></b> In 2011, Apple introduced Thunderbolt, a high-speed interface developed in collaboration with Intel. Thunderbolt combined data, video, and power in a single connection, offering unprecedented versatility. The first Apple devices to feature Thunderbolt were the MacBook Pro and iMac released in early 2011.<br /><br />  <div type="image" title="2" msid="112735740" hostid="261"></div><br /> Thunderbolt evolved over the years, with Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt 3 offering even faster data transfer rates and greater versatility. Thunderbolt 3, introduced in 2016, merged with the USB-C standard, creating a single, compact port capable of handling a wide range of tasks, including charging, data transfer, and video output.<br /><br /> <b><h2>The 30-pin dock connector</h2></b> As the company’s product lineup expanded to include mobile devices like the iPod, iPhone, and iPad, Apple developed new connectors tailored to the needs of these smaller, portable devices. The 30-pin dock connector, introduced with the 3rd-generation iPod in 2003, became the standard for connecting and charging iPods, iPhones, and iPads for nearly a decade.<br /><br /> This wide, flat connector was designed to do it all—charging, syncing, and connecting to a variety of accessories. It became the go-to interface for millions of iPods, iPhones, and iPads over the next decade.<br /><br /> But as convenient as the 30-pin connector was, it had its downsides. It was proprietary to Apple, meaning that if you had a non-Apple device, you were out of luck. And if you wanted to use the latest accessories, you often had to buy new cables or adapters.<br /><br /> <b><h2>The famous lightning port</h2></b> Then, in 2012, Apple introduced the Lightning connector with the iPhone 5. Lightning was smaller, reversible, and more durable than the 30-pin connector, making it ideal for the increasingly slim and sleek designs of Apple’s mobile devices. Lightning also supported faster data transfer and charging speeds, helping Apple’s mobile devices keep pace with technological advancements.<br /><br /> Lightning quickly became the standard across Apple’s mobile lineup, including iPhones, iPads, and even accessories like the AirPods and Apple Pencil. Despite its proprietary nature, Lightning was embraced by users for its ease of use and reliability.<br />  <div type="image" title="lighting port" height="900" width="1200" msid="112735839" hostid="261"></div><br /> The lightning port served Apple devices for many years before being replaced by the USB Type C phones in iPhones last year. <br /><h2><br /> Shifting to USB Type-C</h2> After lightning port, Apple began to transition its devices from lightning and other proprietary connectors to USB-C. USB-C is a versatile and widely adopted standard that supports high-speed data transfer, video output, and power delivery in a compact, reversible form factor.<br /><br /> Apple first adopted USB-C with the 12-inch MacBook in 2015, a move that was initially met with some resistance due to the need for adapters and dongles. However, Apple’s commitment to USB-C has grown over time, with the port now standard on all MacBook models, as well as the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and iPad Mini.<br /><br /> As mentioned already, the most significant shift came with the introduction of the iPhone 15 series that marked the end of the Lightning connector and the complete transition to USB-C across Apple’s mobile devices. This change not only aligns the iPhone with Apple’s other devices but also with the broader tech industry, where USB-C has become the standard for everything from smartphones to laptops.<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/decades-of-leading-tech-innovation-a-look-back-at-apples-wwdc-journey-and-its-major-announcements/articleshow/109024488.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Decades of leading tech innovation: A look back at Apple’s WWDC journey and its major announcements</a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/author_articles_all.cms?query=479266566&amp;author=divyanshi%20sharma=&amp;page=1" class="artishow_author"></a><br /></strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/heres-how-dependent-some-companies-are-on-apples-success/articleshow/58173712.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank"><strong>Here's how dependent some companies are on Apple's success</strong></a><br />

From FireWire in Macs to Type-C in iPhones - the Apple Connect

<ul><li><keyword id="19899648" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="iOS-18" source="keywords">iOS 18</keyword> is coming soon</li><li><keyword id="20024792" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Siri" source="keywords">Siri</keyword> will be getting a makeover in the new OS</li><li>iOS 18 will launch after the <keyword id="22675256" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="iPhone-16-lineup" source="keywords">iPhone 16 lineup</keyword> makes its debut</li></ul><br />Over a decade ago, when the iPhone 4S launched, the world got introduced to Siri. The voice assistant became a part of every <keyword id="19894961" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Apple" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Apple" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Apple">Apple</keyword> user's life and just by "Hey Siri", a lot could be done. Be it a bedtime story or a light-hearted joke, Siri took care of it all. And now, the popular voice assistant is all set to get AI superpowers with the arrival of <keyword id="21976092" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Apple-Intelligence" source="keywords">Apple Intelligence</keyword> with iOS 18. <br /><br />As the unveiling of the iPhone 16 lineup is just three days away, all eyes are on the new operating system from Apple. For the unversed, iOS 18 is expected to be out a week after the launch of the new iPhones. With its developer and <keyword id="21437468" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="public-beta" source="keywords">public beta</keyword> versions already out, a lot of excitement is in the air. So what exactly will iOS 18 bring to the table, how will Siri get an AI boost and what is the difference between public and <keyword id="22067144" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="developer-beta" source="keywords">developer beta</keyword>? Read on as we answer all these questions. <br /><br /><br /><h2>iOS 18 upcoming features</h2><br />Apple’s iOS 18 is packed with exciting features that will make your iPhone even smarter and easier to use. From a completely revamped Siri to new ways to customise your home and lock screens, this update aims to enhance your day-to-day experience. Let’s break down the most notable features of iOS 18.<br /><br /><strong><h2>1. The all-new Siri</h2></strong>With iOS 18, Siri won't just be a voice assistant anymore—it will be more like a digital companion that understands you better. Apple has rebuilt Siri, giving it a smarter, more personalised approach. You will still be able to use voice commands, but now there will be an option to type your requests by double-tapping the bottom of the screen. This might come in handy when you can’t talk out loud.<br /><br />Siri will also have a lot more context about your day and will be able to handle more complex tasks. It can edit photos, manage files, and even create folders for you, all with a simple command. One of the coolest improvements is that Siri will now be able to interact with other apps on your phone. Whether you’re looking for something specific or need help completing a task, Siri can do it all. For example, if you’re editing a photo, Siri can suggest tools to enhance it, making multitasking smoother than ever.<br /><br />Another noticeable change is Siri’s appearance. Instead of taking over your screen, a glowing ring will appear around the display when Siri is activated, making it less intrusive while still visually appealing.<br /><br />And if Siri doesn’t have the answer, Apple’s got you covered. You will also be able to access ChatGPT directly through Siri, giving you an extra layer of help when you need it. <br /><br /><strong><h2>2. More personalisation options</h2></strong>iOS 18 will also offer greater customisation options. Apple will be letting users rearrange app icons and widgets freely across the home screen, even above the dock. You will also be able to change the look of your device with dark or tinted themes, making it truly your own.<br /><br />The Photos app will also get a significant overhaul. Now, instead of having separate libraries or scattered images, everything will be presented in a single, unified view. The redesigned interface is user-friendly, featuring collections and daily highlights to make navigating your photos easier and more enjoyable.<br /><br /><h2>3. Improved control center and messages</h2>The Control Center in iOS 18 will also get a boost, providing quicker access to settings and the option to add third-party apps. This will make managing your device more seamless, as you will be able to customise Control Center to suit your needs.<br /><br />In the Messages app, satellite messaging is expected to be a game-changer. Whether you’re off the grid or don’t have a reliable signal, you will still be able to send messages using satellite technology, making sure you stay connected even in remote areas. Additionally, iMessage will support fun new text effects, different formatting options, and message scheduling, allowing you to plan your conversations ahead of time.<br /><br /><h2>4. Apple Intelligence</h2>A big highlight of iOS 18 is Apple Intelligence, a feature designed to make your device more intuitive. Using advanced AI, Apple Intelligence will help Siri understand you better, predict your needs, and even assist with things like image creation or language translation. It’s all about making your iPhone smarter and more capable of handling everyday tasks.<br /><br /><h2>iOS 18 public beta vs developer beta: What’s the difference?</h2>If you’re interested in getting iOS 18 before its official release, you’ve likely heard about Apple’s public and developer beta programs. But what’s the difference between the two? Read on<br /><br /><strong>Developer Beta:</strong> This version is intended for app developers who need to test their apps with the latest iOS software. It’s released first and is usually packed with bugs and glitches, as it’s meant for testing rather than everyday use. You need a developer account to access this version, and because it’s so early in development, it’s often unstable.<br /><br /><strong>Public Beta:</strong> The public beta comes out after the developer beta and is aimed at regular users who want to test out the new features ahead of time. While it’s more stable than the developer beta, it can still contain bugs and isn’t meant for your main device. This version is free to try, and all you have to do is sign up for Apple’s Beta Software Program.<br /><br />If you haven’t tried any beta versions before, it’s a good idea to wait for the official release unless you have a spare phone. Betas, especially developer, tend to have glitches that might make your phone harder to use. iOS 18 is expected to launch alongside the iPhone 16 lineup soon, so if you don’t want to be on the cutting edge, waiting might be the best option.<br /><br />Yet, if you’re feeling adventurous and want to try out the new features before everyone else, you can sign up for the public beta. Or if you happen to have a secondary device then you can give this a shot. <br /><br />Just keep in mind that it might not be perfect, so if stability is important to you, waiting for the full release is probably your best bet.<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO: <br /></strong><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/a-look-back-at-first-apple-watch-how-apple-entered-the-wearable-space/articleshow/113097387.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">A look back at first Apple Watch — How Apple entered the wearable space</a><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/article/from-firewire-in-macs-to-type-c-in-iphones-the-apple-connect/articleshow/112734982.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">From FireWire in Macs to Type-C in iPhones - the Apple Connect</a><br /></strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/author_articles_all.cms?query=479255634&amp;author=dhruv%20mohan=&amp;page=1" class="artishow_author"></a><br />

iOS 18 is coming soon and so is the all-new Siri. Are you ready?

<keyword id="19895433" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Tesla" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Tesla" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Tesla">Tesla</keyword> and <keyword id="21277268" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="space-x" source="keywords">Space X</keyword> boss <keyword id="19903807" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Elon-Musk" source="keywords">Elon Musk</keyword> has time and again been in the spotlight for his management style. Be it having a war of words with an employee on Twitter (now called X) or expressing his views about the work from home trend in an interview, Musk has been the centre of attention many times. Recently, Tesla VP Sreela Venkataratnam left the company after working there for over a decade. She described that working there is not “for the faint of heart.” The former Tesla employee isn’t the only one who has talked about having a hard time working under Musk. In the past, several people have shared their experience of how it was working under the tech mogul. Let us take a look at some of these instances. <br /><br /> <h2>1. Sreela Venkataratnam: Not for the faint of heart</h2> Sreela Venkataratnam, a former vice president at Tesla, recently announced her departure after 11 years at the company through a LinkedIn post. Her tenure at Tesla was marked by extraordinary achievements, but she also acknowledged the immense challenges of working under Musk. In the comments section of her post, Venkataratnam described Tesla as a company “not for the faint of heart,” where the pressure to perform was immense.<br /><br /> Despite the difficulties, Venkataratnam expressed pride in what she and her team had accomplished. However, her departure, along with that of several other senior employees, underscores the demanding nature of working at Tesla. Musk’s focus on headcount and cost reduction, coupled with his relentless drive for success, created an environment where only the toughest could thrive.<br /><br /> <h2>2. Esther Crawford: Brilliant problem solver who lacks emotional intelligence</h2> Esther Crawford, a former Twitter product manager, had a unique view of <keyword id="20828946" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="elon" source="keywords">Elon</keyword> Musk’s management style, especially after he took over Twitter. Crawford, who initially joined Twitter through the acquisition of her screen-sharing social app, Squad, experienced firsthand the demanding and unpredictable nature of working under Musk. She described Musk as a brilliant problem-solver but lacking in the social-emotional intelligence necessary for managing a platform like Twitter.<br /><br /> In a post on X in July, she wrote, “Elon has an exceptional talent for tackling hard physics-based problems, but products that facilitate human connection and communication require a different type of social-emotional intelligence.” <br /><br /> Crawford became known for her dedication, famously posting a photo of herself sleeping on the office floor during a critical period. However, despite her efforts, she and her team were let go just a few months later. <br /><br /> After getting fired from the company, she described Musk’s unpredictable personality in another X post and wrote, “His personality and demeanor can turn on a dime going from excited to angry. Since it was hard to read what mood he might be in and what his reaction would be to any given thing, people quickly became afraid of being called into meetings or having to share negative news with him.”<br /><br /> <h2>3. Carl Medlock: You don't argue with him</h2> Carl Medlock, a former Tesla territory manager, talked about Musk’s intense and disciplined approach to leadership in an episode of “The Iced Coffee Hour” podcast in August 2022.<br /><br /> Medlock, who joined Tesla during the 2009 recession, quickly learned that Musk expected absolute compliance with his directives. Arguing or challenging Musk’s decisions was not an option, as those who did were swiftly dismissed.<br /><br /> “You don’t argue with him,” Medlock said during the podcast and added, “When Elon stands up at the end of a meeting and says, ‘This is the direction we’re going to go,’ you stand up from your chair and you better head that direction. Because he’s not one for people back-talking — he’ll just let you go.”<br /><br /> Medlock recalled Musk’s intimidating intelligence and the lack of social interaction in the workplace. Despite Musk’s demanding nature, Medlock showed respect for his ability to hire talented people and his commitment to the company’s mission. However, the pressure to align with Musk’s vision, coupled with his micromanagement, created a high-stakes environment where employees constantly feared for their jobs.<br /><br /> <h2>4. Jim Cantrell: The two sides of Elon Musk</h2> Jim Cantrell, <keyword id="19905255" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="SpaceX" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="SpaceX" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="SpaceX">SpaceX</keyword>’s first VP of business development, described his time working with Musk as a rollercoaster ride of contrasting experiences. In an interview with Insider's Kiera Fields in November 2022, Cantrell said that he was impressed by Musk's vision for the rocket company but added: "Working with Elon was like working with two different people: the good Elon and the bad Elon, and you never knew which you were going to get."<br /><br /> On one hand, Musk was charming and visionary, drawing people in with his big ideas. On the other hand, he could be vicious and demanding, often leaving employees feeling inadequate.<br /><br /> Cantrell’s tenure at SpaceX was short-lived due to his clashes with Musk, who expected employees to match his relentless drive and work ethic. The intense pressure to perform and the fear of Musk’s wrath made the workplace environment challenging. <br /><br /> <h2>5. <keyword id="22910807" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="tom-mueller" source="keywords">Tom Mueller</keyword>: Saying no is not an option</h2> Tom Mueller, a co-founder of SpaceX, spent over 20 years working closely with Musk and witnessed his demanding nature firsthand. His experience has been described in Elon Musk’s biography, which was launched in September last year.<br /><br /> Mueller, in the biography, mentions that he learned that saying “no” to Musk was not an option. <br /><br /> The biography mentioned that Musk was an ‘insane’ boss at SpaceX and would give seemingly impossible deadlines to engineers. And if anyone said that something ‘couldn’t be done’, they were not invited to the next meeting.<br /><br /> Mueller’s strategy, he described, was to agree to Musk’s demands and later explain why something might not be possible if it didn’t work out. This approach allowed him to navigate the intense pressure and tight deadlines that characterised life at SpaceX.<br /><br />ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/we-are-nothing-but-numbers-to-them-fat-to-be-trimmed-off-general-motors-employee-reacts-to-layoffs/articleshow/112668541.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">'We are nothing but numbers to them, fat to be trimmed off': General Motors employee reacts to layoffs</a><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/author_articles_all.cms?query=479266566&amp;author=divyanshi%20sharma=&amp;page=1" class="artishow_author"></a><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/article/from-firewire-in-macs-to-type-c-in-iphones-the-apple-connect/articleshow/112734982.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">From FireWire in Macs to Type-C in iPhones - the Apple Connect</a><br /><br />

Impossible deadlines to micromanagement: Ordeals of employees working under Elon Musk

<ul><li><keyword id="6354427" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="apple" source="Orion">Apple</keyword> announced the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) this year from June 10 to 14.</li><li>The first-ever developers' conference from Apple took place in August 1983.</li><li>For tech enthusiasts, this event is considered a mecca for cutting-edge consumer tech updates and ideas.<br /></li></ul>Apple has announced their Worldwide Developers Conference this year from June 10 to 14. One of the big 4 tech events in the world, WWDC is a monumental stage for developers to showcase what we can expect on our hardware moving forward. <br /><br />This year, the event is particularly exciting, with expectations of updates across several Apple products. There are the usual suspects, iPhone, Macbook and iPad. But, this time we also have the Vision Pro, expecting its first serious update. And no spoilers — Artificial Intelligence will be the focus of discussion this year. <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/wwdc-2024-to-begin-on-june-10-ai-features-for-ios-18-and-more/articleshow/108810215.cms">You can read more about the expected updates this year here</a>. <br /><br />While we wait to see what unfolds in June, here’s a trip down history and a look back at some of the major announcements from 1983 to 2023. <br /><br /><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="It wasn’t always called WWDC in the 80s" comment="subhead" text="It wasn’t always called WWDC in the 80s"><span data-til="noop">It wasn’t always called WWDC in the 80s</span></cmsannotation><br />WWDC has gone through a fair share of name changes since it started back in 1983. In the beginning, it was called the Apple Independent Software Developers Conference (AISDC). This was the era of John Sculley being the CEO of Apple Computers. This conference is most famous for Steve Jobs introducing Lisa, an upgrade to the Apple II computer promising creative democracy to the users. <br /><br />Post this we had three more name changes.<br /><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; table-layout: fixed; width: 468pt;"><colgroup></colgroup><col /><col /><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Apple II Forever<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">1984<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Apple World Conference<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">1986-1987<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Devcon<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">1987-1989<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br />And finally, Apple landed on the name WWDC in 1990, which it has retained over the next 25 years!<br /><br /><strong><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Key Announcements — What made WWDC Special" comment="subhead" text="Key Announcements — What made WWDC Special"><span data-til="noop">Key Announcements — What made WWDC Special</span></cmsannotation></strong><br />Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) has been a platform for major announcements since 1990. Here are some key highlights across those years. <br /><br /><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="A hardware-focused era of the 1990s" comment="subhead" text="A hardware-focused era of the 1990s"><span data-til="noop">A hardware-focused era of the 1990s</span></cmsannotation><br />It was a decade preceding the dot-com bubble, and hardware innovations took centre stage at Apple's WWDC in the vibrant 1990s. <br /><br />In 1991, the conference heralded a new dawn for personal computers with the introduction of a more user-friendly interface for Macintosh computers, setting the stage for a more intuitive computing experience. However, it was the seismic shift to PowerPC processors in 1994 that truly revolutionised Apple's hardware landscape. Breaking away from Motorola chips, this new architecture promised unparalleled performance and paved the way for a new era of computing prowess. <br /><br />Amidst the hardware fervour, WWDC introduced Copland in 1996, touted as the next-generation operating system that aimed for convergence between Mac and Newton devices. However, despite early promise, Copland was soon cancelled in the same year and Apple started looking at outside OS. <br /><br /><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Return of Steve Jobs revolutionised the tech world in the 2000s" comment="subhead" text="Return of Steve Jobs revolutionised the tech world in the 2000s"><span data-til="noop">Return of Steve Jobs revolutionised the tech world in the 2000s</span></cmsannotation><br />In the early 2000s, Apple's WWDC became the epicentre of groundbreaking innovations that shaped the digital landscape. In 2000, the unveiling of Mac OS X heralded a new era of computing excellence, as Apple embraced the power of Unix to deliver a next-generation operating system. This was a significant step forward for Mac, and it was the time when Firewire, later a lighting cable, was introduced in the market. <br /><br />The dawn of 2001 brought forth another game-changing revelation: iTunes. This revolutionary software not only revolutionised digital music management and playback but also emerged as a powerful tool in the fight against piracy. With iTunes, Apple not only transformed the way we listen to music but also catapulted the sales of iPods to new heights, ushering in an era of portable music enjoyment like never before.<br /><br />However, the pinnacle of Apple's innovation came in 2007 with the release of its first-ever iPhone in what could be termed a technological renaissance in the consumer markets. And yes, before Apple made separate events for iPhones, the home for the first iPhone was WWDC — a groundbreaking moment that would redefine mobile communication and computing. <br /><br />Just a year later, in 2008, WWDC saw the introduction of the App Store, opening doors to a new era of mobile applications and forever reshaping the digital landscape. Together, these seminal moments exemplify the unparalleled legacy of innovation that defines Apple's WWDC, marking it as a beacon of technological progress and visionary thinking.<br /><br /><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="2010s - Era of mobile computing" comment="subhead" text="2010s - Era of mobile computing"><span data-til="noop">2010s - Era of mobile computing</span></cmsannotation><br />In 2010, the iPad created a new device category, the tablet! It aimed at bridging the gap between phone and computer. This was a surprising move by Apple since Steve Jobs had mentioned multiple times that they would never enter the tablet space. <br /><br />Long before the dawn of artificial intelligence in the consumer market, Apple's intelligent virtual assistant, Siri, was launched in 2011. Coincidentally, 13 years later this year, we are expecting major changes in Siri with the possible integration with Open AI’s ChatGPT or Google’s Gemini. <br /><br />The year 2014 saw the launch of Apple Watch and Apple Pay — a smartwatch focused on health and fitness tracking and a mobile payment system for secure contactless transactions. The Apple Watch can be considered the first major move in creating the walled garden of the Apple ecosystem. While we are still waiting for Apple Pay in India, this tool is used extensively abroad, working efficiently with both iPhone and Apple Watch.<br /><br />In 2015, Apple introduced native apps for the Apple Watch with WatchOS 2, transforming it into a miniature iPhone on the wrist. With the addition of cellular connectivity in 2017, Apple's wearable was liberated from the confines of iPhones. The introduction of fall detection and the ECG app in 2018 underscored Apple's commitment to health and safety features, with them <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/qx_Unk556D0">credited with saving lives</a>.<br /><br />In 2020, Apple introduced the M1 chip, its own processor marking a significant shift in performance and power efficiency for Macs. This marked the beginning of the end for Apple's association with Intel. It’s 2024 now, and we have M3 chips in action, with the entire Macbook line-up being powered by M series chips. <br /><br />On the iOS front, the release of iOS 7 in 2013 marked a significant visual overhaul, while the introduction of App Widgets in 2020 fulfilled a long-standing user request, empowering users to personalize their iPhone experience like never before. In 2015, Apple Music made an important pivot to digital streaming. <br /><br />AirPods, introduced in WWDC 2016, became a runaway success. This wireless earbuds innovation started an entirely new market, and today we stand on Airpods 3 and even AirPods Max. <br /><br />Last, but not least, Apple Vision Pro was announced last year at WWDC 2023. This mixed-reality headset is now in the market and the reviews have been polarising, to say the least. However, my experience with it at <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/mobile-world-congress-a-quick-recap-of-the-future-of-consumer-tech-as-seen-in-mwc-barcelona/articleshow/108651018.cms">MWC this year </a>was fairly good, it felt comfortable and inclusive. Point to note, it's not available in India yet.<br /><br />Overall, WWDC has been the epicentre of consumer tech innovation, and an event every tech enthusiast looks forward to eagerly. As the excitement builds around the upcoming event in June, stay tuned to Business Insider India for all the updates around tech and business!<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO:<br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/motorola-edge-50-pro-with-snapdragon-7-gen-3-125w-charging-launched-in-india/articleshow/109023956.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Motorola Edge 50 Pro with Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, 125W charging launched in India</a><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/hp-omen-transcend-14-review/articleshow/108980896.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">HP Omen Transcend 14 review – a feature-packed, lightweight gaming laptop with excellent display</a><br /><br /></strong><br /><br />

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Tony Fadell, inventor of the <keyword id="16124" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="ipod" source="Orion">iPod</keyword>, has said that <keyword id="6354427" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="apple" source="Orion">Apple</keyword> should include <keyword id="93829" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="usb" source="Orion">USB</keyword>-C port in <keyword id="57315" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="iphones" source="Orion">iPhones</keyword>, as the European Union passed a resolution on USB Type-C as standard charging port.<br /><br />The debate started when a <keyword id="6354616" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Twitter" source="Orion">Twitter</keyword> user questioned if the iPod would succeed if Apple was forced to utilise USB 1.0 rather than the fast FireWire technology.<br /><br />"I can't see a problem. The world has converged on USB-C. The physical and user limits have been hit. Next up is wireless per, not a diff physical connection. So I'm not too worried about this regulation. They're simply forcing Apple to do the right thing� it's overdue frankly", Fadell posted on Twitter.<br /><br />"Not in this case. This is only happening because Apple hasn't been doing the right thing. Period. This is about a monopolist like position not about technology. I hope after Apple is forced to change the regulations will be removed to allow innovation to continue", he added.<br /><br />Earlier, the European Parliament passed a resolution mandating that by the end of 2024, all consumer electronics, including iPhones and AirPods, will use USB Type-C as their standard charging port.<br /><br />The Parliament said that the new law is part of a broader EU effort to reduce e-waste and empower consumers to make more sustainable choices.<br /><br />"Following Parliament's approval, EU consumers will soon be able to use a single charging solution for their electronic devices," the European Parliament said in a statement.<br /><br />"By the end of 2024, all mobile phones, tablets and cameras sold in the EU will have to be equipped with a USB Type-C charging port. From spring 2026, the obligation will extend to laptops," it added.<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO: <br /><a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/instagram-is-developing-a-nudity-protection-feature-to-block-unsolicited-nude-photos-in-dms/articleshow/94697784.cms">Instagram is developing a ‘Nudity Protection’ feature to block unsolicited nude photos in DMs</a><br /><a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/google-pixel-7-and-pixel-7-pro-with-tensor-g2-chipset-launched-in-india-starting-at-59999/articleshow/94696867.cms">Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro with Tensor G2 chipset launched in India starting at ₹59,999</a> </strong>

iPod inventor says Apple should move iPhone to USB-C

<p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5cdace54021b4c402f4c99ca-1536/applelogo.png" border="0" alt="apple mac update logo" data-mce-source="Apple" data-mce-caption="Regular system updates keep your Mac running smoothly." /><p class="source"><span>Apple</span></p><p class="caption">Booting your Mac into Safe Mode can help you find errors with your applications.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Knowing how to start a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/mac">Mac</a> computer in Safe Mode can help you figure out, and possibly even fix, certain issues with your <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/mac">Mac</a> computer.</strong></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>You can start a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/mac">Mac</a> in Safe Mode by either shutting down and turning on or restarting your computer and immediately holding down the shift key. </strong></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>To verify that you've fixed the issue, you'll likely have to restart your computer again. But ultimately, the steps you'll need to take after starting in Safe Mode will depend on how your computer reacted to the restart.</strong></li><li><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/?hprecirc-bullet">Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories</a>.</strong></li></ul><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If your <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_071119_start-mac-in-safe-mode&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro">Mac</a> is having issues, starting it in Safe Mode can be a good way to troubleshoot it. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Safe Mode starts your <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_071119_start-mac-in-safe-mode&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro">Mac</a> without starting any other programs, so you can test whether it's a program that's causing issues, or your system as a whole.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If your <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_071119_start-mac-in-safe-mode&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro">Mac</a> is having issues, starting it in Safe Mode can be a way to resolve those issues, or help you figure out what's going wrong based on how it reacts to the Safe Mode start.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here's how to get it done.</span></p><h3><strong>Check out the products mentioned in this article:</strong></h3><h4><a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_071119_start-mac-in-safe-mode&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro">MacBook Pro (From $1,299 at Apple)</a></h4><h2><strong>How to start a Mac in Safe Mode</strong></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Before you get started, be aware that when you start your <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_071119_start-mac-in-safe-mode&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro">Mac</a> in Safe Mode, you won't be able to do certain things, like: </span></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Play movies in your DVD player (if you have one).</span></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Capture video in iMovie.</span></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Access VoiceOver accessibility options.</span></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Use file sharing.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some USB, Firewire, and Thunderbolt devices may also not work, and your internet access may be limited (or even unavailable). If you need to access the systems that aren't available through Safe Mode, simply restart the computer as you normally would.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All that aside, starting a <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_071119_start-mac-in-safe-mode&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro">Mac</a> in Safe Mode is easily accomplished (but there will likely be follow up work involved to ensure that your Mac is back in good working order):</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>1. </strong>Click the Apple icon in the top-left corner and select either "Shut Down" or "Restart."</span></p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table click-to-enlarge"><div><div class="image on-image"><a title_source="Devon Delfino/Business Insider" title_caption="Turn off your computer and turn it back on." class="zoomin" href="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5d274924a17d6c1a3d679756-960/1-start-mac-safe-mode.png"><span class="sprites click-to-enlarge-icon" title="Click to enlarge"></span><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5d274924a17d6c1a3d679756-1300/1-start-mac-safe-mode.png" border="0" alt="1 START MAC SAFE MODE" data-mce-source="Devon Delfino/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="Turn off your computer and turn it back on." /></a><p class="source"><span>Devon Delfino/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Turn off your computer and turn it back on.</p></div><p></p></div></div></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>2. </strong>While your Mac starts or restarts, immediately press and hold the shift key - you should see the Apple logo appear on your screen (if not, it may be a </span><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204267"><span style="font-weight: 400;">power issue</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">).</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>3. </strong>When you see the login window appear, release the shift key (you may be asked to login twice if your Mac is encrypted with FileVault).</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If after going through this process, the issue your <a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=bi_071119_start-mac-in-safe-mode&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro">Mac</a> was experiencing goes away, try restarting it again normally (i.e. not in safe mode). If the problem doesn't recur, you're good to go, otherwise you may have </span><a href="https://support.apple.com/kb/PH25614?locale=en_US"><span style="font-weight: 400;">incompatible login items</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> - in other words, one of the programs that's starting when your Mac turns on is screwing things up.</span></p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table click-to-enlarge"><div><div class="image on-image"><a title_source="Devon Delfino/Business Insider" title_caption="You can check how your computer started in your Mac's Software Overview." class="zoomin" href="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5d27497fa17d6c2312729a63-960/2-start-mac-safe-mode.png"><span class="sprites click-to-enlarge-icon" title="Click to enlarge"></span><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5d27497fa17d6c2312729a63-1300/2-start-mac-safe-mode.png" border="0" alt="2 START MAC SAFE MODE" data-mce-source="Devon Delfino/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="You can check how your computer started in your Mac's Software Overview." /></a><p class="source"><span>Devon Delfino/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">You can check how your computer started in your Mac's Software Overview.</p></div><p></p></div></div></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To check that your computer did, indeed, start in Safe Mode, you'll want to use System Preferences. Start by clicking the Apple icon in the top-left corner of the screen and then select "About this Mac." Next, click "System Report." Finally, in the new pop-up window, select "Software" - you should see the word "Safe" listed next to "Boot Mode."</span></p><h2><strong>Related coverage from<span> </span><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/tech-how-to">How To Do Everything: Tech</a>:</strong></h2><ul><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-get-rid-of-virus-on-mac">How to get rid of a virus on an infected Mac computer, and protect your Mac from getting infected again</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/why-is-my-mac-so-slow">'Why is my Mac so slow?': 6 ways to speed up your Mac computer when its performance is lagging</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-uninstall-apps-on-mac">How to uninstall apps on a Mac computer in three different ways</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-free-up-space-on-mac">How to free up space on a Mac computer that's running out of storage</a></h3></li></ul>    <div class="margin-top">        <h3>NOW WATCH: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-lightning-cable-wrong-issues-tech-untangled-2019-7">5 things wrong with Apple's lightning cable</a></h3>        <div>            <iframe class="bijwplayerclass" data-player="jwplayer" src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/0F6XJeot-CEZHWCBG.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" style="margin:0px;" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><script>function receiveMessage(event){ console.log(event.data.fullscreen); Android.fullscreen(event.data.fullscreen); }window.addEventListener("message", receiveMessage, false);</script>        </div>    </div>

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<p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table float_right"><div><div class="image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/563891efdd089579158b4685-2668-2001/185582309.jpg" alt="Mac Pro" data-mce-source="Getty Images/Justin Sullivan" /><p class="source"><span>Getty Images/Justin Sullivan</span></p><p class="caption">The Mac Pro, Apple's high-end PC.</p></div><p></p></div></div>Thunderbolt, the high-speed connection technology developed by Apple in partnership with Intel, is taking off in high-end PCs, <a href="http://arstechnica.co.uk/gadgets/2016/01/five-years-later-thunderbolt-is-finally-gaining-some-traction-in-pcs/">Ars Technica reports</a>. </p><p>The port, which allows for very high-speed connections between PCs or displays, has been adopted in <a href="http://arstechnica.co.uk/information-technology/2015/08/lenovo-announces-powerhouse-laptops-powered-by-new-mobile-xeon-processors/">Lenovo work stations</a>, <a href="http://arstechnica.co.uk/gadgets/2015/10/dell-refreshes-xps-13-and-xps-15-and-debuts-xps-12-tablet-hybrid/">Dell's new lineup of high-end laptops</a>, and a range of <a href="http://arstechnica.co.uk/gadgets/2015/11/hands-on-with-hps-elite-x2-a-surface-clone-you-can-actually-open-and-upgrade/">HP</a>, <a href="http://arstechnica.co.uk/gadgets/2016/01/acer-announces-usb-type-c-monitors-alongside-new-premium-laptops/">Acer</a>, <a href="http://arstechnica.co.uk/gadgets/2016/01/intels-next-nuc-will-be-a-quad-core-mini-pc-with-iris-pro-and-thunderbolt-3/">and Intel computers</a>. Apple has introduced Thunderbolt into <a href="http://www.apple.com/mac/compare/">all-but-one of its PC range</a>. </p><p>"It's just such an adaptable port," Kevin Sather, director of systems marketing at Razer, a high-end PC maker, told Ars Technica. "It's backwards-compatible with Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2, it can do DisplayPort output with two 4K displays simultaneously, as well as passing data through." </p><p>PC makers are also warming to USB Type-C, a technology that <a href="http://www.macrumors.com/2015/03/13/apple-invents-usb-c/">Apple allegedly invented</a>. A host of new laptops that were shown off at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) <a href="http://www.theverge.com/2016/1/5/10714394/usb-c-at-ces-2016">included the technology</a>. </p><p>Apple first introduced Thunderbolt on the <a href="http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/24/macbook-pro-early-2011-with-thunderbolt-hands-on/">MacBook Pro in 2011</a> and has brought the technology to all its laptops, bar the new MacBook, over the years. Thunderbolt is available for anyone to use. </p><p>The advantages of Thunderbolt over USB or FireWire are speed and the ability to pass data in both directions. This means that devices can be "chained": A MacBook can plug into an external hard drive and a display out of one Thunderbolt port, for example. </p>    <div class="margin-top">        <h3>NOW WATCH: <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/uber-ceo-travis-kalanick-made-billions-life-story-2015-12">The insanely successful life of Uber billionaire Travis Kalanick</a></h3>        <div>            <div>    <script src="http://player.ooyala.com/v3/6e12e8b3387a44daacfb73afba25a76e"></script>    <div class="ooyala-video-player" data-video-autoplay="false" data-video-id="xwY2lmdjrD0sKNXKjphpxxEqtRvRDYXG" data-player-variable="ooyalapopvideo" id="ooyalaplayer_popvideo" style="width:1280px;height:720px"></div>    <script>    if (typeof RunFunctions === 'undefined') { var RunFunctions = []; }     RunFunctions.push(function()    {         var ooyalapopvideo = OO.Player.create('ooyalaplayer_popvideo', 'xwY2lmdjrD0sKNXKjphpxxEqtRvRDYXG',{ autoplay: 'false' });     });    </script>    <noscript><div>Please enable Javascript to watch this video</div></noscript></div>        </div>        <script>(function() { function createPlayer() { OO.ready(function() { RunFunctions.forEach(function(ooyalaFunction) { ooyalaFunction(); }); RunFunctions = [];}); } createPlayer(); }()); </script>    </div>

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Why Apple's dongle problem isn't getting any better

<p><img class="float_right" src="http://static3.businessinsider.com/image/4fc7ac9ceab8ea6243000000-400-300/emmys.jpg" border="0" alt="Emmys Awards" /><keyword id="6354427" type="CITY" weightage="60" keywordseo="Apple">Apple</keyword>, one of the most beloved companies in the world, has just received another impressive honor.</p>
<p>The iPhone maker received a Tech Emmy Award at CES 2013 from the National Academy of Television Arts. </p>
<p>Apple’s award is for an “Eco-system for Real Time Presentation of TV Content to Mobile Devices without the use of Specialized Television Hardware”, reports <a href="http://www.forbes.com/sites/connieguglielmo/2013/01/11/apple-loop-app-attack-mr-cook-goes-to-china-tv-time-attention-walmart-shoppers/">Forbes</a>.</p>
<p>We don't know yet what product this is actually referring to but many are guessing that the win is for Apple's <keyword id="667357" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="iCloud">iCloud</keyword>.</p>
<p>This isn't the first time that Apple has received a tech Emmy award. It took home an Emmy in 2001 for the invention of FireWire, in 2002 for video-editing software Final Cut Pro, <span>and two more in 2005 and 2006 for “Streaming Media Architectures and Components.”</span></p>
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<p><div class="image-container float_right" style="width:400px"><div class="image"><img src="http://static1.businessinsider.com/image/514ca6676bb3f75b70000006-620-465/dongle.jpg?maxX=400&amp;maxY=300" border="0" alt="DONGLE" width="400" height="300" /></div><p class="source">Kevin Smith/Business Insider</p><p class="caption">3 Dongles plugged into Google's Chromebook Pixel.</p></div>This week two people in the <keyword id="6358815" type="COMPANY" weightage="60" keywordseo="tech">tech</keyword> industry <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/adria-richards-dongle-and-forking-jokes-2013-3">lost their jobs because of jokes gone awry</a> at a conference.</p>
<p>A couple of male developers were joking around about "big" dongles. When a female developer evangelist heard their jokes she tweeted it out with their photo, complaining that they were being rude. One of those developers lost his job, and then eventually, so did the evangelist.</p>
<p>In the developers' defense, the word "dongle" is funny. It's nearly impossible to say without giggling or making childish jokes.</p>
<p>Some people in our office had heard the word before, but didn't know what a dongle is. <a href="http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dongle">Merriam-Webster</a> defines a dongle as a small device that plugs into a computer and serves as an adapter or a security measure to enable the use of certain software.</p>
<p><table class="image-container" width="200"><tr><td><div class="image"><img src="http://static3.businessinsider.com/image/514ca68cecad04c17b000000-620-465/dongles2.jpg" border="0" alt="DONGLES" /></div><p class="source">Kevin Smith/Business Insider</p></td></tr></table></p>
<p class="p1">The term, dongle, was rumored to have originated from a 1992 advertisement for Rainbow Technologies. The ad claimed the word dongle was derived from the name "Don Gall." Though untrue, this has given rise to an urban myth, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Software_protection_dongle#cite_note-3">we learned from Wikipedia</a>.</p>
<p class="p1">According to the <a href="http://languagelog.ldc.upenn.edu/nll/?p=1475">University of Pennsylvania's language log</a>, the earliest citation of the word dongle began appearing in 1982:</p>
<p class="p1" style="padding-left: 60px;"><strong>1982</strong><span> </span><em>MicroComputer Printout</em><span> Jan. 19/2 The word ‘dongle’ has been appearing in many articles with reference to security systems for computer software [refers to alleged coinage in 1980].</span></p>
<p class="p1">But as the term 'dongle' became more widespread its meaning changed from strictly a scientific term to mainstream. UPenn clarifies:</p>
<p class="p1" style="padding-left: 60px;"><span>The current meaning for </span><strong><em>dongle</em></strong><span> seems to be something like "a self-contained device that plugs into a  port on a computer that is normally used for connections to a separate external device". Thus in addition to the original serial-port dongles, and the USB dongles that Suzanne (and Stephen Fry) wrote about, there are also </span><a href="http://www.google.com/#hl=en&amp;q=%22firewire+dongle%22&amp;btnG=Google+Search&amp;aq=f&amp;oq=%22firewire+dongle%22&amp;aqi=&amp;fp=2Inaafc1UxE">"firewire dongles"</a><span>, and presumably there could be dongles for any other sort of port as well.</span> </p>
<p><span>Simply put, dongles are computer peripherals that plug into your computer like a USB flash drive or a cord connecting a computer with a printer for example. </span><span style="line-height: 1.5em;">Dongles are also huge in the video game world because they allow consoles to have added features like increased audio quality.</span></p>
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5em;"></span><table class="image-container" width="200"><tr><td><div class="image"><img src="http://static2.businessinsider.com/image/514c96ec69bedd651e000000-512-256/xbox_360_audio_dongle.jpg" border="0" alt="Xbox_360_Audio_Dongle" style="color: #000000;" /></div><p class="source"><a href="http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Xbox_360_Audio_Dongle.jpg">Wikimedia Commons</a></p><p class="caption">An Xbox 360 Audio Dongle</p></td></tr></table></p>
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5em;">Before USB was the standard in attaching PC peripherals, there were tons of different dongles that came in various shapes and sizes.</span></p>
<p><span style="line-height: 1.5em;"><div class="image-container" style="width:620px"><div class="image"><img src="http://static4.businessinsider.com/image/514c97b56bb3f78d53000000-1024-768/127449971_c3bf7ece4a_b.jpg" border="0" alt="a bunch of dongles" width="620" /></div><p class="source"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/danlockton/127449971/sizes/l/in/photostream/">Flickr/danlockton</a></p></div><br /></span></p>

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