Jony Ive

Jony Ive, the renowned Apple designer, was born on February 27, 1967, in Chingford, England. His father worked as a silversmith, and his mother was a psychotherapist.

Jonathan joined Tangerine, a London-based design consultancy, where he focused on fulfilling customer needs and expressing his creativity by creating innovative designs.

In September 1992, Jony Ive joined Apple Inc. and played a significant role in designing various iconic products for the company.

Jony Ive worked on the development of the Newton MessagePad 110, an early Apple product that is now largely forgotten. This project showcased Ive's design skills and innovation in technology.

In 1996, Jony Ive was promoted to lead the design teams at Apple, marking a significant milestone in his career and setting the stage for future design successes.

In 1997, Jony Ive was appointed as the Senior Vice President of Industrial Design at Apple. He led the industrial design team responsible for creating many of the company's iconic hardware products.

In 1998, Jony Ive's first major assignment as the head of industrial design at Apple was the iMac, which featured a distinctive translucent plastic case designed by Ive.

Jony Ive designed the Power Mac G4 Cube in 2000, allowing for easy internal access and efficient air circulation without noisy fans, showcasing his commitment to user-friendly design.

Jony Ive played a key role in the design of the iPod in 2001, contributing to its iconic and user-friendly design that revolutionized the music industry.

Jony Ive's design for the 2002 flat-panel iMac computer, with integrated components and sleek design, became Apple's top-selling product for that year, emphasizing efficiency and convenience for users.

In 2003, the designer was named Designer of the Year by the Design Museum London for his outstanding contributions to the field of design.

In 2004, Jony Ive was recognized as the 'Most Influential Person on British Culture' in a BBC poll of cultural writers, highlighting his profound impact on the cultural landscape.

Jony Ive became Apple's Senior Vice President of Industrial Design in 2005, where he continued to lead the design of iconic products like the iPod and iPhone, solidifying his impact on the tech industry.

In 2006, Jony Ive was appointed as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the United Kingdom for his contributions to design.

On January 9, 2007, Jony Ive became the first person to make a public phone call with Steve Jobs after the introduction of the iPhone.

In 2009, Jony Ive was awarded an honorary degree from the Royal College of Art.

In 2011, it was reported that Jony Ive received a significant compensation of $30 million in base salary and a $25 million stock bonus from Apple.

On October 29, 2012, Apple announced that Jony Ive would lead the Human Interface (HI) department in addition to his role in Industrial Design.

In 2013, Jony Ive attended a dinner where he sat with Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer, indicating a close relationship between the two.

In 2014, Jony Ive reflected on his close relationship with Steve Jobs, highlighting their shared vision and curiosity for design.

On May 26, 2015, Apple announced that Jony Ive was promoted to Chief Design Officer, becoming one of the three C-level executives at Apple.

Jony Ive, who has been working with Apple since the early 1990s, was appointed as Apple's first-ever Chief Design Officer in 2015.

In June 2016, Jony Ive was awarded honorary doctorates on successive Wednesdays at the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford, acknowledging his exceptional contributions to the field of design.

On May 25, 2017, Jony Ive became the Chancellor of the Royal College of Art in London, succeeding Sir James Dyson.

On December 8, 2017, Apple announced that Jony Ive would directly oversee the company's product design.

On June 27, 2019, Apple announced that Jony Ive would leave the company to establish LoveFrom, a design firm working closely with Apple.

Tim Cook's memo mentioned Jony Ive's involvement in various aspects of Apple beyond design, such as hardware/software design, the new campus, Apple stores, and other undisclosed areas within the company. This expansion of duties raised curiosity about the scope of Ive's influence.

In October 2021, LoveFrom, the design firm founded by Jony Ive, revealed a minimalistic website.

Jony Ive's consulting contract with Apple came to an end, marking the conclusion of a three-decade-long partnership that significantly impacted design and technology. This event reflects a significant change in the design landscape.

Linn collaborates with Jony Ive's LoveFrom to create a limited edition of its classic Sondek LP12 turntable.