Steve Jobs Dead at 56
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Steve Jobs, the mastermind behind Apple's iPhone, iPad, iPod, iMac and iTunes, has died, Apple said. Jobs was 56.
"We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today," read a statement by Apple's board of directors. "Steve's brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve. His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts."
In 2004, he beat back an unusual form of pancreatic cancer, and in 2009 he was forced to get a liver transplant. After several years of failing health, Jobs announced on Aug. 24, 2011 that he was stepping down as Apple's chief executive.
"I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple's CEO, I would be the first to let you know," Jobs wrote in his letter of resignation. "Unfortunately, that day has come."
One of the great minds of this time. Jobs truly revolutionized consumer technology as we know it. He will be missed.
source: abcnews.go.com
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I own a Mac Book Pro and currently with sprint .... chillin with the EVO but ... looks like I'll be getting an iphone. Steve Jobs deserves much respect. Anytime you can impact the lives of many around the world. You're a genius. R.I.P STEVE ^5
