But like most tech companies, Apple came from humble beginnings. The hits1970s: The Apple IIThe Apple II. Apple wasn’t the first to launch a digital music player, but it did make the most easily recognisable one. Special mention goes to the Lisa, which was another Apple product consigned to the dustbin. While Motorola went on to develop the Rokr E2 without Apple’s input, Apple went on to release the iPhone two years later.

Source: The Irish Times April 02, 2026 02:00 UTC