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Tony Fadell
Tony Fadell

Tony Fadell, born on March 22, 1969, is an accomplished designer with extensive experience in the fields of electronics and software. He is best known for founding Nest Labs and designing the Nest Learning Thermostat. Fadell held significant positions at Apple, where he had a profound impact on the design of the iPod and iPhone. more

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