Apple Newton Youth Hoodie / Sweatshirt
S / Carolina Blue
$29.99
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For young fans of computing history, this Newton-inspired hoodie recalls an ambitious Apple project that began in 1987. The personal digital assistant platform brought together portable design, handwriting input, and Newton OS, with the MessagePad line reaching customers in 1993. Improvements followed, but changing priorities led Apple to discontinue the platform in 1998. Newton remains a compelling example of early mobile technology: a project that did not meet sales expectations yet anticipated ideas found in later handheld devices.
Apple developed the Newton as a personal digital assistant platform, beginning work in 1987. Conceived by Apple employee Steve Sakoman as a tablet-like device with handwriting capabilities, the project initially involved work with AT&T on a low-power processor. After Sakoman left Apple in 1990, Michael Tchao and Steve Capps revived the idea and presented it to CEO John Sculley. Apple later invested in Acorn Computers, which developed an ARM6-based processor for the device. Apple introduced the Newton on May 29, 1992, and shipments began on August 2, 1993. Apple’s MessagePad line was joined by Newton devices from licensed third-party manufacturers, all running the proprietary Newton OS. Early handwriting-recognition problems and software instability contributed to delays and negative publicity. Later hardware and Newton OS 2.0 brought improvements, but sales remained below expectations, and competition from the Palm Pilot reduced the platform’s market share. In 1997, after Steve Jobs returned to Apple, the company discontinued the line. Before cancellation, the project became the wholly owned subsidiary Newton, Inc. Though commercially unsuccessful, the Newton influenced ideas used in Apple’s later iPhone and iPad products.
For young fans of computing history, this Newton-inspired hoodie recalls an ambitious Apple project that began in 1987. The personal digital assistant platform brought together portable design, handwriting input, and Newton OS, with the MessagePad line reaching customers in 1993. Improvements followed, but changing priorities led Apple to discontinue the platform in 1998. Newton remains a compelling example of early mobile technology: a project that did not meet sales expectations yet anticipated ideas found in later handheld devices.
Apple developed the Newton as a personal digital assistant platform, beginning work in 1987. Conceived by Apple employee Steve Sakoman as a tablet-like device with handwriting capabilities, the project initially involved work with AT&T on a low-power processor. After Sakoman left Apple in 1990, Michael Tchao and Steve Capps revived the idea and presented it to CEO John Sculley. Apple later invested in Acorn Computers, which developed an ARM6-based processor for the device. Apple introduced the Newton on May 29, 1992, and shipments began on August 2, 1993. Apple’s MessagePad line was joined by Newton devices from licensed third-party manufacturers, all running the proprietary Newton OS. Early handwriting-recognition problems and software instability contributed to delays and negative publicity. Later hardware and Newton OS 2.0 brought improvements, but sales remained below expectations, and competition from the Palm Pilot reduced the platform’s market share. In 1997, after Steve Jobs returned to Apple, the company discontinued the line. Before cancellation, the project became the wholly owned subsidiary Newton, Inc. Though commercially unsuccessful, the Newton influenced ideas used in Apple’s later iPhone and iPad products.
| S | M | L | XL | |
| Width, in | 16.93 | 18.11 | 18.90 | 20.08 |
| Length, in | 21.26 | 22.44 | 24.02 | 25.59 |
| Sleeve length (from center back), in | 26.50 | 27.76 | 30.24 | 32.99 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
Product features
- 50/50 cotton-poly midweight fleece (8 oz/yd²) — durable, smooth fabric for lasting prints
- Twill necktape and sewn-in label for added comfort and stability
- Kangaroo pouch pocket for warmth and convenient storage
- Embroidery available on left or center chest; DTF wrist prints with DTG body printing
- Meets children’s safety and compliance standards; runs true to size
Care instructions
- Machine wash: warm (max 40C or 105F)
- Bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: medium heat
- Do not dry clean
- Do not iron
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Product information: Gildan 18500B, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Warnings, Hazard: For children
Care instructions: Machine wash: warm (max 40C or 105F), Bleach as needed, Tumble dry: medium heat, Do not iron, Do not dry clean