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Steven Paul Jobs (born February 24, 1955) is an American business magnate and inventor. He is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Apple Inc. Jobs also previously served as chief executive of Pixar Animation Studios; he became a member of the board of The Walt Disney Company in 2006, following the acquisition of Pixar by Disney. He was credited in the 1995 movie Toy Story as an executive producer.

Created by StevePro on Mar 3, 2011

Last updated: 05/10/12 at 05:50 AM

• Steve Jobs Passes Away
  Oct 5, 2011

  Apple co-founder and former CEO Steve Jobs died at age 56 from pancreatic cancer, the company announced Thursday, leaving the technology giant without its visionary. As Patricia Sullivan reported : Steve Jobs, a co-founder of Apple Inc., who introduced simple, well-designed computers for people who were more interested in what technology could do than in how it was done, died Wednesday at age 56.
  http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/steve-jobs-dies-leaving-apple-without-its-co-founder-and-visionary-innovator/2011/10/06/gIQAb5AwQL_story.html

• Announces iPad2 Launch
  Mar 2, 2011

  Apple launches the iPad 2, a sleeker, lighter version of its tablet with a new dual-core processor, two cameras and, for the first time, it comes in either white or black.
  http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/03/02/us-apple-timeline-idUSTRE72170T20110302?pageNumber=2

• Launches Subscription Service
  Feb 15, 2011

  Apple launches a long-awaited subscription service for magazines, newspapers, videos and music -- a move that could hurt streaming services Netflix and H
  http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/03/02/us-apple-timeline-idUSTRE72170T20110302?pageNumber=2

• Deal with Verizon to sell iPhone
  Feb 10, 2011

  Verizon Wireless, a venture of Verizon Communications Inc and Vodafone Group Plc, starts selling the iPhone in stores and puts an end to AT&T's exclusive contract for the phone in the United States.
  http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/03/02/us-apple-timeline-idUSTRE72170T20110302?pageNumber=2

• Jobs Announces Another Medical Leave
  Jan 17, 2011

  Jobs announces that he will take another medical leave.
  http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/03/02/us-apple-timeline-idUSTRE72170T20110302?pageNumber=2

• Announces Beatles on iTunes
  Nov 2010

  The Beatles' 13 albums become available on iTunes, ending years of talks between Jobs, Beatles' management company Apple Corps and Beatles label EMI Group.
  http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/03/02/us-apple-timeline-idUSTRE72170T20110302?pageNumber=2

• Unveils iPad
  Jan 27, 2010

  Steve Jobs unveils iPad, the much-anticipated Apple tablet.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• First Public Appearance of 2009
  Sep 9, 2009

  Steve Jobs makes his first public appearance of the year at an Apple Music Event.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Snow Leopard Released
  Aug 28, 2009

  Apple releases Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, stripped off any code from the original Mac OS.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Schmidt Leaves Apple Board
  Aug 3, 2009

  Google CEO Eric Schmidt leaves Apple's board because of conflicting interests due to Android.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Receives Liver Transplant
  Apr 2009

  Steve has surgery for a liver transplant.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Takes Six Month Leave of Absence
  Jan 5, 2009

  Steve Jobs takes a medical leave of absence for six months.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Cleared of Backdating Scandal
  Aug 2008

  The SEC clears Steve Jobs of any responsibilities in the options backdating scandal.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Announces App Store
  Mar 6, 2008

  Apple announces it will open the iPhone platform to outside developers with the App Store.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Introduces MacBook Air
  Jan 15, 2008

  Steve Jobs introduces the world’s thinnest notebook, the MacBook Air, at Macworld.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Inducted into California Hall of Fame
  Dec 6, 2007

  Steve Jobs is inducted in the California Hall of Fame by Gov. Schwartzenegger.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• iPhone Released
  Jun 29, 2007

  iPhone is released in the US, the same day as Pixar’s Ratatouille.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Option Backdating Scandal
  Apr 2007

  The SEC files charges against Apple’s Nancy Heinen and Fred Anderson for options backdating.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Introduces iPhone
  Jan 9, 2007

  Steve Jobs introduces Apple TV and iPhone at Macworld. Apple Computer becomes Apple Inc.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Entire Transition to Intel Platform
  Aug 7, 2006

  Apple completes the transition of its entire product line to the Intel platform with Mac Pro.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Announces Second Apple Campus
  Apr 18, 2006

  Steve Jobs announces Apple’s intention to erect a second campus in Cupertino.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Releases iPod hi-fi
  Feb 28, 2006

  Apple releases its first living-room product, the iPod hi-fi.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Walt Disney Acquires Pixar
  Jan 24, 2006

  The Walt Disney Company acquires Pixar for $7.4 billion, and Steve joins the board.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Introduces New Intel Macs
  Jan 10, 2006

  Steve Jobs introduces the first two Intel Macs at Macworld, the iMac and the MacBook Pro.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Invites Bob Iger on stage
  Oct 12, 2005

  Steve Jobs invites Disney’s new CEO Bob Iger on stage at an Apple Music Event.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• iPod nano and Motorola ROCKR
  Sep 7, 2005

  Steve introduces the iPod nano and the Motorola ROCKR, an iTunes-compatible cell phone.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Gives Commencement Speech at Stanford
  Jun 12, 2005

  Steve Jobs's commencement speech at Stanford University.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Apple to use Intel Processors
  Jun 6, 2005

  Steve Jobs announces that Apple is going to use Intel processors in the future Macs at WWDC.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger Released
  Apr 29, 2005

  Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger is released. It marks the end of the transition from the Mac OS to OS X.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• iWork, Mac Mini, iPod Shuffle
  Jan 11, 2005

  At Macworld San Francisco, Steve Jobs unveils iWork, the Mac mini, and the iPod shuffle.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Has Pancreatic Tumor Removed
  Aug 2004

  Steve Jobs has his pancreatic tumor removed by surgery.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Unveils iPod Mini
  Jan 6, 2004

  Steve unveils the iPod mini and the iLife suite at Macworld.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• "The day hell froze over"
  Oct 16, 2003

  "The day hell froze over": Steve Jobs introduces iTunes for Windows.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer
  Oct 2003

  Steve Jobs is diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Unveils Power Mac G5
  Jun 23, 2003

  Steve Jobs unveils the Power Mac G5, the world’s fastest computer, at WWDC.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Opening day of Finding Nemo
  May 30, 2003

  Opening day of Finding Nemo, Pixar’s first Best Animated Feature Academy Award winner.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Apple Opens iTunes Music Store
  Apr 28, 2003

  Apple opens the online iTunes Music Store in the US.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Introdouces Windows-Compatible iPods
  Jul 17, 2002

  Steve Jobs introduces the first Windows-compatible iPods at Macworld NY.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• iMac G4
  Jan 7, 2002

  Steve unveils the iMac G4 and the fourth iApp, iPhoto, at Macworld San Francisco.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Unveils First iPod
  Oct 23, 2001

  Steve Jobs unveils the first iPod.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• First Retail Stores
  May 19, 2001

  Apple opens its first Retail Stores in Tysons Corner, Virginia and Glendale, California.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Mac OS X 10.0 ships
  Mar 24, 2001

  Mac OS X 10.0 ships.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Digital Hub Strategy
  Jan 9, 2001

  Steve Jobs unveils Apple’s Digital Hub Strategy at Macworld.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Unveils PowerMac G4 Cube
  Jul 19, 2000

  The Power Mac G4 Cube is unveiled at Macworld NY. It will be discontinued one year later.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Officially CEO of Apple
  Jan 5, 2000

  Steve Jobs officially becomes Apple’s CEO and demoes Mac OS X at Macworld.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Introduces iMovie
  Oct 5, 1999

  Introduction of iMovie, Apple's first Digital Hub app.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Introduces iBook
  Jul 21, 1999

  The original iBook is unveiled at Macworld New York with the tagline "iMac to go".
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Introduces G3 and Color iMacs
  Jan 5, 1999

  Steve Jobs introduces the new Power Mac G3 and the color iMacs at Macworld San Francisco.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Introduces iMac
  May 6, 1998

  Steve Jobs introduces Apple's revolutionary iMac.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html

• Apple is profitable again
  Jan 8, 1998

  Apple is profitable again.
  http://www.allaboutstevejobs.com/bio/timeline/timeline.html