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Happy birthday, Apple! We're celebrating 50 years of Apple with a look back on some of our favorite products, coverage, and interviews. ![Apple](https://i.pcmag.com/imagery/series/07qdBdPlrC5xzbuPLGV2mci/hub_mobile_banner_image.fit_lim.size_750x280.v1734123488.jpg) Happy birthday, Apple! 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