The World Mourns the Death of Steve Jobs

The world lost one of the greatest inventors of our time, Steve Jobs. He introduced to us the iPod, iPhone, iPad, and a new generation of Macintosh computers. He had a way of introducing the world to new endeavors that intrigued everyone. Each one of Steve Job's Apple events surpassed the last, from the iPhone announcement to the iPad announcement, and even back to the "talking mac."

Earlier this year, Steve Jobs stepped down as CEO of Apple. We remember the words in his memo, "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. Unfortunately, that day has come." That was the day that ended a era in the technology industry. He continued to stay on the board of Apple directors. There has been many speculations on his health since his surgery in 2004 for pancreatic cancer. He took a temporary leave of absence in 2009 for a secret live transplant

Apple released this message on their website, and a photo of Steve Jobs occupies the front page:

Credit: Apple

Apple has dedicated an email address for fans of Steve Jobs to send in their thoughts, memories, and condolences. remembersteve@apple.com

At the Apple Campus in Cupertino, CA, flags hang half mast at 1 Infinite Loop.

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Google honored Steve Jobs by dedicating its front page with "Steve Jobs, 1955 - 2001", which links to the front page of Apple

Click Read More to see President Obama's condolence for Steve Jobs.

Obama released this statement on the White House Blog:

Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was among the greatest of American innovators - brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and talented enough to do it.

By building one of the planet’s most successful companies from his garage, he exemplified the spirit of American ingenuity.  By making computers personal and putting the internet in our pockets, he made the information revolution not only accessible, but intuitive and fun.  And by turning his talents to storytelling, he has brought joy to millions of children and grownups alike. 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.

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. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Steve’s wife Laurene, his family, and all those who loved him.

I believe Apple's Co-Founder Steve Wozniak said it best:

"People sometimes have goals in life," Wozniak told the Times. "Steve Jobs exceeded every goal he ever set for himself."

Apple CEO Tim Cook sent this email to the Apple employees:

Team,

I have some very sad news to share with all of you. Steve passed away earlier today.

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 an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.

We are planning a celebration of Steve’s extraordinary life for Apple employees that will take place soon. If you would like to share your thoughts, memories and condolences in the interim, you can simply email rememberingsteve@apple.com.

No words can adequately express our sadness at Steve's death or our gratitude for the opportunity to work with him. We will honor his memory by dedicating ourselves to continuing the work he loved so much.

Tim

Steve Jobs had his wife, four children, two sisters, and 49,000 Apple employees.