[cooperpwc]

Steve Jobs just announced that he is taking a medical leave of absence to focus on his health. No further details in the AP release but this isn't good. He is a workaholic and wouldn't withdraw again unless there was a good reason.
 
Here is hoping for a positive outcome.

 

[beamthegreat]

hope he doesnt die. apple is gonna crumble without him.

 

[cooperpwc]

Apple has had lots of time to prepare. This drama has been ongoing. Nonetheless he is uniquely visionary. It would be everyone's loss - he drives every company in the computer electronics market to do better.
 
Let's not count him out yet.

 

[joe]

At least he's a smart man and knows when to take the time he needs to focus on his health.  Best wishes on a quick and healthy recovery to him.

 

[cowjuan]

i wish him the best. very good man.

 

[Uncle Erik]

I also wish him the best. Steve (and Woz) have been heroes from the time I first touched an Apple ][ back in the late 70's.

I do think Apple will be fine in his absence. Looking at the tea leaves, it seems that Apple has a vision and roadmap for the next several years. Keep in mind that Apple is far too big for one man to run. Steve is the iconic figurehead, but a huge amount of credit goes to Apple's management. Also, Apple was just fine during the other absences. Still, I want to see Steve improve and come back.

 

[matthewh133]

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I also wish him the best. Steve (and Woz) have been heroes from the time I first touched an Apple ][ back in the late 70's.

I do think Apple will be fine in his absence. Looking at the tea leaves, it seems that Apple has a vision and roadmap for the next several years. Keep in mind that Apple is far too big for one man to run. Steve is the iconic figurehead, but a huge amount of credit goes to Apple's management. Also, Apple was just fine during the other absences. Still, I want to see Steve improve and come back.

Well said. Best of luck to Steve and his family.

 

[IPodPJ]

Maybe now we'll get some Flash support.

 

[dfkt]

Lol...

 

[Adub]

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Here is hoping for a positive outcome.

I guess what that positive outcome ends up being will differ with each person.

 

[mralexosborn]

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Maybe now we'll get some Flash support.

And FLAC support. 

 

[balderon]

The big C is a challenge to overcome. Best of luck to Mr. Jobs and his family.
 
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Maybe now we'll get some Flash support.

 
We can only dream!