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“When our tools are broken, we feel broken. And when somebody fixes one, we feel a tiny bit more whole.”

Quote by Jonathan Ive

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Jonathan Ive, born on February 27, 1967, is a renowned industrial designer from the United Kingdom. Known for his minimalist and elegant design style, he is the soul of Apple's design team and has had a profound impact on the appearance and user experience of Apple products. more

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