“Our curiosity united us. It formed the basis of our joyful and productive collaboration,” Ive explained. “I think it also tempered our fear of doing something terrifyingly new.”
Ive is just one of many tech founders and creatives who were touched by Jobs’ work philosophy.
The reality check was exactly what he needed: Weeks admitted that he was afraid, fixed his mindset, and followed through on the deal. Fast-forward to 2025, and Apple has committed $2.5 billion to produce all iPhone and Apple Watch cover glass at the facility.
