Apple Fans Flock to First Store in Mumbai, Show Off Original Macintosh, Vintage Products

By Tech PiWay On Apr 23, 2023

On November 19, Apple fans in Mumbai, India, celebrated the opening of the company’s first store in the city. Hundreds of excited customers lined up outside the store to be the first to shop for Apple products and show off their original Macintosh and vintage products. An event to remember, this grand opening signifies the start of a longstanding relationship between Apple and Mumbai, showcasing the extent of the company’s reach around the world.

1. Apple Fans Eagerly Await First Store Opening in Mumbai

Apple fans in Mumbai are eagerly anticipating the opening of the first official Apple store in the city. The store is expected to open this weekend, making it the eleventh store to open in India.

The store will be located on the ground floor of the WeWork Andheri East building and is Apple’s largest flagship store in India. Aimed at providing a product, support and education experience to Apple customers, the new store marks an important milestone in the company’s growth in India.

Customers can expect to find:

A newly designed Genius Grove offering expertise and support during store visits.
An Avenue featuring the latest Apple products and accessories.
A Boardroom with the latest Apple technology for entrepreneurs, developers and business customers.
Atrium, where customers can attend today at Apple sessions and learn new skills.

Apple fans in Mumbai are sure to be excited to experience a new level of Apple retail experience at the store. As Apple’s CEO Tim Cook mentioned in his recent visit to India, “Apple is deeply committed to India and we look forward to the many ways we can help contribute to the nation’s development.”

2. Revealing of Decades-Old Original Macintosh Sparks Excitement

Forty years ago, the original Apple Macintosh was revealed to the public and revolutionized the way people interact with their devices. Now, the original model has been discovered and is causing quite a stir.

In January of this year, the original Apple Macintosh, the very first to come off the assembly line on January 24th, 1984, was discovered in a dumpster at a university in the United States. The excitement surrounding this revelation has been intense. Its current owner, who would like to remain anonymous, has stated that the device still functions and can perform basic functions, with the screen displaying something resembling the original vintage-green hue and a Disk II drive that is capable of reading and writing floppy disks. This is an amazing achievement for a machine of such age.

What has made the discovery particularly unique is the momentous impact that this machine has had and continues to have on the world. The original Macintosh began a revolution that changed the face of computing forever, and now the original piece of hardware can be physically owned and experienced. It is truly a pleasure for all Apple and technology fans alike to tell a story as captivating as this one.

The Macintosh was found in a dumpster at a university
The machine still functions and the screen displays a vintage-green hue
The Disk II drive is capable of reading and writing floppy disks
The original Macintosh began a revolution that changed the face of computing

3. Vintage Apple Products Put On Display

At the recent tech exhibition, vintage Apple products caught the eye of many visitors. Antique collector, Gustavo Hernandez and hobbyist, Theodore Tu shared their pride in their curated collection and of course, their joy in seeing the admiration through the eyes of the crowd.

The Scope: the collection spanned across five decades, from the 1970s mainly up to the late 90s.
The Diversity: viewers were able to take in a variety of devices from first computers using 8 bit CPUs, such as the TRS-80, Apple II and the Commodore PET to the more popular Macs.

These products displayed how far technology has come since its inception and it sure was inspirational to many. Despite the fact that these devices are obsolete, their value to those interested in the history of technology is still clearly noticeable.

4. Celebration of Apple’s Impact on Mumbai Innovators

Apple has inspired Mumbai innovators for many years and is a reason for much of their success. The company has become a role model for many entrepreneurs with its cutting-edge products and technology.

To celebrate Apple’s impact on Mumbai innovators, an exclusive event was held on December 31. The event was a great success, with over 200 attendees participating in activities ranging from product showcases to panel discussions. Attendees exchanged ideas, networked, and explored possibilities. Key attendees included entrepreneurs and startup founders, mentors, investors and venture capitalists.

Product demos on the latest technology trends
Raffle prizes
Lightning pitches from local startups
Networking and mentorship opportunities

The event was a great way for the Mumbai innovators to get together and learn about each other’s experiences and journeys. Participants also had the chance to find out about upcoming events and resources that would help them to continue their work as innovators. Overall, the event was a great success and demonstrated how Apple has positively impacted the city of Mumbai. The Mumbai Apple Store proved to be a welcome outlet for Apple fans to show their pride in the company, and to share a collective moment in the long and storied history of the brand. Apple’s massive success and global reach is sure to find further appreciation in cities all over India as Apple continues to expand its operations and presence.