01/05/2025
You might not see it right now, but God is moving. Behind the scenes, in the silence, in the waiting—He’s weaving together every thread of your story with purpose. Just because you don’t feel it doesn’t mean He isn’t there. His presence isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s quiet strength. It’s peace in the middle of chaos. It’s doors closing so better ones can open. Hold on to faith when your feelings waver. God doesn’t stop working just because you can’t see the progress. Keep trusting. What He’s doing will make sense in time.
Ten Unknown Facts About 🍏
Founding Trio: While Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak are well-known, Ronald Wayne was Apple’s third co-founder. He sold his shares for $800 – today they'd be worth over $100 billion.
Garage Myth: Apple was indeed started in a garage – but it was mostly symbolic. Much of the actual early work happened elsewhere.
First Logo: Apple’s first logo featured Isaac Newton under a tree – a far cry from today’s minimalist apple.
Almost Bankrupt: In 1997, Apple was on the brink of collapse. Microsoft invested $150 million to keep it alive – a move that shocked the tech world.
Product Naming: The “i” in iPhone stands for Internet, individual, instruct, inform, and inspire – not just “i” as in personal.
iPod Secret Project: The first iPod was developed in under a year, under a code name “Dulcimer,” and was kept so secret even internal staff didn’t know its purpose.
No Stylus: Steve Jobs was famously against styluses. He believed fingers were the best tools for navigation – hence the design of the iPhone and iPad.
Apple Stores Strategy: Apple Stores generate more revenue per square foot than any other retailer in the world, including Tiffany & Co.
Design Obsession: Apple’s packaging team spends months perfecting how a box opens. The unboxing experience is considered a crucial part of product design.
Carbon Neutral Goal: Apple aims to be 100% carbon neutral across its entire supply chain and product life cycle by 2030 – already, many of its factories run on renewable energy.