We have really sad news to share with you. Steve Jobs - Apple's co-founder; the person who revolutionized the computer technology and mobile industry passed away, at the age of 56.
Mac, iPod, iPhone, iPad, Pixar his visions changed the personal computing, the music industry, the mobile phone technology and personal entertainment world as we know it. He will be missed, never forgotten.
He was a visionary, an innovator, intellectual and philosopher. One of his famous quotes
" No one wants to die, even people who want to go to heaven don't want to die to get there and yet death is the destination we all share. No one has ever escaped it, and that is as it should be because death is very likely the single best invention of life. It is life's change agent. It clears out the old to make way for the new.
Right now the new is you but someday not too long from now you'll gradually become the old and be cleared away. Sorry to be so dramatic but it's quite true.
Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary "
Jobs lost his long-fought battle with pancreatic cancer and tributes are continuing to be made across the world on Thursday as Apple and Pixar fans come to terms with his passing.
"We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.
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."
Apple.com features a black and white image of Jobs, which if clicked on presents a statement from Apple, which reads: 'Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.’
World leaders pay tribute to Steve Jobs:
British Prime Minister David Cameron:
"Steve Jobs transformed the way we work and play; a creative genius who will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with his family," British Prime Minister David Cameron tweeted.
French President Nicolas Sarkozy:
French President Nicolas Sarkozy wrote on his Facebook page that Jobs was a great entrepreneur, innovator and major player in the world's technological revolution.
"As inspired as he was inspiring, Steve Jobs will remain one of the great figures of our time," Sarkozy said, as he paid tribute to the Jobs's courage in both his work and personal life.
Ireland's Prime Minister:
Ireland's Prime Minister, or Taoiseach, Enda Kenny also gave his condolences in a statement paying tribute to the man.
"Steve Jobs was a creative genius who broke down walls in business and opened doors in people's minds," Kenny said.
"His innovative prowess in the area of technology has brought about a level of access to information for millions that few would have ever foreseen. His legacy will be not just his products and business achievements, but also the way in which he altered mindsets in the business world and in everyday life."
Russia's President:
In Russia, President Dmitry Medvedev wrote in his Twitter microblog: "People like Steve Jobs change our world. My sincere condolences to his relatives and all those who appreciated his intelligence and talent."
German Government Spokesman:
German government spokesman Steffen Seibert said Jobs had "changed our life and work with his ideas and sense for business like few others."
America's President, Barrack Obama:
Obama pays his tribute by saying : He (Steve jobs) a man "brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and talented enough to do it."
"The world has lost a visionary. And there may be no greater tribute to Steve's success than the fact that much of the world learned of his passing on a device he invented," the president said in a statement.
Praising Jobs' breadth and the impact of his work from personal computers to iPhones to movie production, the president added, "Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: He changed the way each of us sees the world."
Technology Giants react to the News:
Bill Gates of Microsoft:
Bill Gates, founder of software company Microsoft and Mr Jobs's friend said: "The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come.'
LG Electronics Mobile Communications:
Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company in South Korea, offered his thoughts and prayers for Jobs' family.
"Steven Jobs was, and still is, an inspiration to many individuals and companies all over the world," he said.
"His passing is a loss to innovators and visionaries everywhere, even here in Korea, and the culture he fostered will be a benchmark for decades to come."
CEO of Lenovo:
Yang Yuanqing, the CEO of China's computer powerhouse Lenovo, said: "As a competitor, he helped ensure all of us pushed even harder. I am confident his legacy will continue to energize the industry for many years to come."
President of Google China:
"Jobs said, 'Remember that you will be dead soon'," said Lee Kaifu, venture capitalist and founding president of Google China, referring to Jobs' famous 2005 Stanford University commencement speech.
"It helped me through making the most important choices in my life. Because all the glory and pride, embarrassment and fear will all vanish when confronting death."
Samsung Electronics :
South Korean electronics maker Samsung also paid tribute to Jobs as a "great entrepreneur" in a statement sending condolences to the Jobs family and his colleagues at Apple.
"His innovative spirit and remarkable accomplishments will forever be remembered by people around the world," it said.
Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg:
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg says: 'Steve, thank you for being a mentor and a friend. Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world. I will miss you.'
Google CEO Larry Page:
"I am very, very sad to hear the news about Steve. He was a great man with incredible achievements and amazing brilliance. He always seemed to be able to say in very few words what you actually should have been thinking before you thought it. His focus on the user experience above all else has always been an inspiration to me. He was very kind to reach out to me as I became CEO of Google and spend time offering his advice and knowledge even though he was not at all well. My thoughts and Google's are with his family and the whole Apple family."
Rather than a dramatic Google Doodle, the search engine giant has instead included a link stating; ‘Steve Jobs, 1955 – 2011’ on its homepage which links through to the Apple landing page.
Mac, iPod, iPhone, iPad, Pixar his visions changed the personal computing, the music industry, the mobile phone technology and personal entertainment world as we know it. He will be missed, never forgotten.
" No one wants to die, even people who want to go to heaven don't want to die to get there and yet death is the destination we all share. No one has ever escaped it, and that is as it should be because death is very likely the single best invention of life. It is life's change agent. It clears out the old to make way for the new.
Right now the new is you but someday not too long from now you'll gradually become the old and be cleared away. Sorry to be so dramatic but it's quite true.
Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary "
Jobs lost his long-fought battle with pancreatic cancer and tributes are continuing to be made across the world on Thursday as Apple and Pixar fans come to terms with his passing.
Apple Inc's reaction to Steve jobs demise:
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."
Apple.com features a black and white image of Jobs, which if clicked on presents a statement from Apple, which reads: 'Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.’
World leaders pay tribute to Steve Jobs:
British Prime Minister David Cameron:
"Steve Jobs transformed the way we work and play; a creative genius who will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with his family," British Prime Minister David Cameron tweeted.
French President Nicolas Sarkozy:
French President Nicolas Sarkozy wrote on his Facebook page that Jobs was a great entrepreneur, innovator and major player in the world's technological revolution.
"As inspired as he was inspiring, Steve Jobs will remain one of the great figures of our time," Sarkozy said, as he paid tribute to the Jobs's courage in both his work and personal life.
Ireland's Prime Minister:
Ireland's Prime Minister, or Taoiseach, Enda Kenny also gave his condolences in a statement paying tribute to the man.
"Steve Jobs was a creative genius who broke down walls in business and opened doors in people's minds," Kenny said.
"His innovative prowess in the area of technology has brought about a level of access to information for millions that few would have ever foreseen. His legacy will be not just his products and business achievements, but also the way in which he altered mindsets in the business world and in everyday life."
Russia's President:
In Russia, President Dmitry Medvedev wrote in his Twitter microblog: "People like Steve Jobs change our world. My sincere condolences to his relatives and all those who appreciated his intelligence and talent."
German Government Spokesman:
German government spokesman Steffen Seibert said Jobs had "changed our life and work with his ideas and sense for business like few others."
America's President, Barrack Obama:
Obama pays his tribute by saying : He (Steve jobs) a man "brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and talented enough to do it."
"The world has lost a visionary. And there may be no greater tribute to Steve's success than the fact that much of the world learned of his passing on a device he invented," the president said in a statement.
Praising Jobs' breadth and the impact of his work from personal computers to iPhones to movie production, the president added, "Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: He changed the way each of us sees the world."
Technology Giants react to the News:
Bill Gates of Microsoft:
Bill Gates, founder of software company Microsoft and Mr Jobs's friend said: "The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come.'
LG Electronics Mobile Communications:
Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company in South Korea, offered his thoughts and prayers for Jobs' family.
"Steven Jobs was, and still is, an inspiration to many individuals and companies all over the world," he said.
"His passing is a loss to innovators and visionaries everywhere, even here in Korea, and the culture he fostered will be a benchmark for decades to come."
CEO of Lenovo:
Yang Yuanqing, the CEO of China's computer powerhouse Lenovo, said: "As a competitor, he helped ensure all of us pushed even harder. I am confident his legacy will continue to energize the industry for many years to come."
President of Google China:
"Jobs said, 'Remember that you will be dead soon'," said Lee Kaifu, venture capitalist and founding president of Google China, referring to Jobs' famous 2005 Stanford University commencement speech.
"It helped me through making the most important choices in my life. Because all the glory and pride, embarrassment and fear will all vanish when confronting death."
Samsung Electronics :
South Korean electronics maker Samsung also paid tribute to Jobs as a "great entrepreneur" in a statement sending condolences to the Jobs family and his colleagues at Apple.
"His innovative spirit and remarkable accomplishments will forever be remembered by people around the world," it said.
Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg:
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg says: 'Steve, thank you for being a mentor and a friend. Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world. I will miss you.'
Google CEO Larry Page:
"I am very, very sad to hear the news about Steve. He was a great man with incredible achievements and amazing brilliance. He always seemed to be able to say in very few words what you actually should have been thinking before you thought it. His focus on the user experience above all else has always been an inspiration to me. He was very kind to reach out to me as I became CEO of Google and spend time offering his advice and knowledge even though he was not at all well. My thoughts and Google's are with his family and the whole Apple family."
Rather than a dramatic Google Doodle, the search engine giant has instead included a link stating; ‘Steve Jobs, 1955 – 2011’ on its homepage which links through to the Apple landing page.
yeah really sad
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