Apple patent expert Jack Purcher of Patently Apple has been monitoring the company's patents since 2006. We asked him why he thought Apple is such an innovative company.
“Many have asked me why I think that Apple is more innovative than others. I usually answer that question the same way each time," says Purcher. "I'm not sure that they are on a technical level. The difference is that Apple has an inspired leader and CEO who, for decades, has had a real vision of where technology should go."
We've taken a look at some of Apple's recent patent applications to see what exciting developments might be in store for the future -- as any one of these patents could be the next step in Steve Jobs's master plan or vision. As Purcher puts it:
"Jobs's vision for the digital lifestyle a decade ago is still on a roll. It's innovation at its finest. But it began with a vision -- and that's the difference."
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