Steve Wozniak's Pets

Steve Wozniak, also known as “Woz,” is an American inventor, computer engineer, and entrepreneur who co-founded Apple Computer with Steve Jobs in 1976. Born in San Jose, California, Wozniak showed an early aptitude for electronics and engineering, building his first computer at the age of 13.

After graduating from high school, Wozniak attended the University of California, Berkeley, but dropped out after one year to focus on his passion for computers. He worked as an engineer at Hewlett-Packard and designed several groundbreaking products, including the HP-35 calculator, before founding Apple with Jobs.

At Apple, Wozniak designed the company’s first product, the Apple I, and helped to develop the Apple II, which was the first successful mass-market personal computer. He also designed the Disk II floppy disk drive and co-authored the programming language BASIC for the Apple II.

Wozniak left Apple in 1985 to start other ventures, including a company that designed universal remote controls and another that produced the first high-speed wireless Internet solution. He also became a sought-after speaker and philanthropist, using his wealth to support education and technology initiatives.

In addition to his work in the tech industry, Wozniak has been associated with several notable celebrities and influencers. He was a contestant on season 8 of Dancing with the Stars and was partnered with professional dancer Karina Smirnoff. He has also appeared in several films and TV shows, including The Big Bang Theory and The Simpsons.

Wozniak is also an animal lover and has been involved in several animal advocacy initiatives. He has owned several pets over the years, including dogs, cats, and birds, and has advocated for animal welfare and adoption. He has supported organizations like the Humane Society of Silicon Valley and has spoken out against animal testing.