<ul><li>On May 6, 1998, Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveiled the original iMac, a brightly colored, translucent computer that marked the start of a successful era for Apple.</li><li>Designed by Jony Ive, the iMac G3 stood out with its unique design and affordability, aiming to make the internet more accessible to users.</li><li>Despite initial skepticism about its toy-like appearance and unconventional mouse, the iMac G3 became a hit with its specs and design, receiving 150,000 preorders upon launch.</li><li>The iMac G3's innovative design influenced future Apple products and was a significant milestone in the company's history, later evolving into the sleek aluminum iMacs and the recent M1-powered iMacs available in multiple colors.</li></ul>

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