How Apple Inc. got its name
The name "Apple" was inspired by Steve Jobs’ time working in the apple orchard at All One Farm, where he followed a
fruitarian During a car ride back from the All One Farm, Jobs suggested the name "
Apple Computer" while brainstorming with
Steve Wozniak on potential company names. Jobs favored the name "Apple" because it felt fresh and friendly – a stark contrast to the technical-sounding names of other computer companies at the time. He wanted a name that was "fun, spirited, and not intimidating." at
Atari with the All One Farm stamp at the bottom
All One Farm in Atari's records While attending the All One Farm, Jobs worked at Atari along with Steve Wozniak. The farm's influence on Jobs is reflected in official Atari records. A manuscript on Atari letterhead, which was later auctioned at Sotheby’s, featured hand-drawn circuit diagrams by Jobs, along with an "All One Farm" stamp and Jobs’ signature. This item highlights the connection between his time at All One Farm and his work at Atari. == Robert Friedland ==