Company History

1994
06 January

Pioneering the Ultrabook Revolution

The MacBook Air, a monumental milestone in Apple’s laptop lineup, heralded a profound transformation in the world of computing. This visionary device not only pushed the boundaries of Apple’s laptops but also created an entirely new category of computers called ‘ultrabooks,’ a term coined by Intel.

The first MacBook Air was a daring leap towards thin and light computing, breaking free from the conventional laptop design of its time. Although it featured a relatively slow and tiny hard drive, a modest processor, and a battery life that needed improvement, its sleek and minimalist form factor captured the imagination of users worldwide.

12 March

The Pioneering Catalyst of a Portable Computing Revolution

The launch of the iPhone in the wake of the iPod’s success marked a transformative moment for Apple, catapulting the company into an entirely new age of innovation and dominance. This revolutionary device boasted 4GB of storage, a cutting-edge 3.5-inch capacitive multi-touch screen, and a 620MHz Samsung processor, setting the stage for a paradigm shift in the tech world.

28 May

A Turning Point for Apple

The passing of Apple’s visionary founder and driving force, Steve Jobs, marked a profound turning point in the company’s history. After a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, Jobs succumbed at the age of 56, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy that forever shaped Apple’s identity.

As the world mourned the loss of an icon, Apple faced a significant transition. Tim Cook, the former head of operations and interim CEO during Jobs’ medical leaves, stepped up to lead the company as Jobs gracefully stepped down six weeks before his passing.

10 june

Redefining Tablets for the Mobile Age

Following the resounding success of the iPhone, Apple set its sights on reinventing tablet computers, envisioning finger-based mobile devices that would blur the lines between traditional PCs and handheld gadgets. The iPad emerged as a groundbreaking product, poised to revolutionize how we interact with technology on a larger, more immersive canvas.

6 November

Revolutionizing Computing for a New Era

In a historic move, Apple bid farewell to its PowerPC processors and embraced the faster, more energy-efficient x86 chips from Intel in 2006. This transition marked a pivotal moment in Apple’s computing journey, reshaping the company’s product lineup and charting the course for its future success.

Facebook History

2004
8 February

Snaps Up AI Shopping Startup GrokStyle

An AI-powered visual search startup. Its technology allows users to take photos of furniture or clothing and find similar items online. This was integrated into Facebook Marketplace and Instagram to bolster AI-driven shopping.

13 August

Buys Vidpresso’s Team

A video startup focused on interactive social streaming. Facebook “acqui-hired” the team to bring professional-grade interactive features (like polls and on-screen graphics) to Facebook Live for broadcasters and creators.

26 September

Facebook Acquires Redkix

An Israeli startup that combined email with team messaging. The team and technology were folded into Workplace by Facebook to help the enterprise platform better compete with Slack and Microsoft Teams.

23 October

Facebook Acquires Confirm.io

A startup specializing in government ID verification via mobile. Facebook acquired them to improve account security and help verify identities for users who are locked out of their accounts or to flag fake profiles.

16 November

Acquires Social Media App tbh

A viral anonymous polling app popular with teens that focused on positive feedback. Facebook bought it to regain traction with younger demographics, though the app was eventually shut down in 2018 due to low usage.

19 December

Ozlo, Facebook Bought An AI Startup

An AI startup that built a “knowledge graph” of 2 billion entities to understand real-world nuances in text. The acquisition was designed to make the M virtual assistant in Messenger more context-aware and conversational.

Facebook History

2004
8 February

Snaps Up AI Shopping Startup GrokStyle

An AI-powered visual search startup. Its technology allows users to take photos of furniture or clothing and find similar items online. This was integrated into Facebook Marketplace and Instagram to bolster AI-driven shopping.

13 August

Buys Vidpresso’s Team

A video startup focused on interactive social streaming. Facebook “acqui-hired” the team to bring professional-grade interactive features (like polls and on-screen graphics) to Facebook Live for broadcasters and creators.

26 September

Facebook Acquires Redkix

An Israeli startup that combined email with team messaging. The team and technology were folded into Workplace by Facebook to help the enterprise platform better compete with Slack and Microsoft Teams.

23 October

Facebook Acquires Confirm.io

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16 November

Acquires Social Media App tbh

A viral anonymous polling app popular with teens that focused on positive feedback. Facebook bought it to regain traction with younger demographics, though the app was eventually shut down in 2018 due to low usage.

19 December

Ozlo, Facebook Bought An AI Startup

An AI startup that built a “knowledge graph” of 2 billion entities to understand real-world nuances in text. The acquisition was designed to make the M virtual assistant in Messenger more context-aware and conversational.

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