Apple Inc., co-founded by Steve Jobs, Ronald Wayne, and Stephen Wozniak in 1976, is a leading personal computer and consumer electronics manufacturer based in Cupertino, California, with significant financial success. The company is known for its innovative products such as the Macintosh, iPod, iPhone, and iPad, which have transformed the technology landscape. Apple focuses on design thinking, product development, and extraordinary marketing to drive its success and establish its reputation as one of the most innovative companies.