Apple Inc. was founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne as Apple Computer Company, renamed to Apple Inc. in 2007. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple is the largest technology company by revenue ($391.04 billion in 2024). In audio, Apple launched AirPods in 2016, becoming a wireless audio market leader, and HomePod in 2017 as their smart speaker. Apple's acoustics group has approximately 300 members developing audio technology for AirPods, HomePods, and other devices, including spatial audio and 3D sound features. With over 100,000 employees globally, Apple continues active development in audio products while maintaining their position as a leader in consumer electronics, emphasizing accessibility, inclusion, and privacy in their corporate culture.