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TSMC, the world's largest chipmaker, has not ruled out price increases due to rising costs. The article also notes the anniversary of the floppy disk patent being granted in 1972.
50 years of Apple pushing tech forward, for better or worse
Over its 50-year history, Apple has driven significant technological advancements, from personal computers and smartphones to wearables and software services. While often met with initial resistance, many of Apple's decisions, such as removing disk drives, headphone jacks, and physical keyboards, ultimately shaped industry standards and consumer behavior. The article examines key product transitions and their impact, highlighting Apple's role in pushing technology forward, for better or worse.
If you live in Georgia, there's a new exhibit you can visit celebrating Apple's 50th anniversary
Two museums in the United States are hosting exhibits to celebrate Apple's 50th anniversary. The Mimms Museum of Technology and Art in Georgia features over 2,000 artifacts, including every model of iPod, iPhone, and iPad. The Computer History Museum in California is also holding an "Apple@50" exhibit with interactive demonstrations.