Key Highlights
- 1996 Apple Macintosh commercial featuring Samir Soni goes viral
- Highlights Apple’s 90s marketing strategies
- Buzz builds as Apple prepares for its iPhone 16 series
While everyone is getting excited for Apple’s new iPhone 16 series, that is launching today, a surprise throwback from the 1990s is taking the attention. A 1996 Apple Macintosh advertisement starring Bollywood actor Samir Soni has resurfaced. For those who enjoy technology, the ad brings back good memories. This old commercial has gone viral, highlighting Apple’s distinct approach in the 1990s and reminding us of the company’s progress since then.
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A Bollywood Star And An Apple Mac
The 1996 ad is set in a typical corporate office environment. In the ad, Samir Soni plays an employee approached by a senior official asking for a PC to run a Windows disk. Cool and composed, Soni’s character offers him his Apple Macintosh, smoothly inserting the disk and demonstrating the Mac’s compatibility with Microsoft software. The ad concludes with the tagline, ‘Does more, costs less, it’s that simple’. This reflects Apple’s bold approach to challenging perceptions of its product at the time.
This rare commercial, shared on Instagram by the ‘TV1 INDIA’ account, has racked up over 1 million views. The users expressing surprise at the affordability pitch from Apple in the 90s and reminiscing about the tech era.
iPhone 16 Series: Ready To Glow
While this nostalgic ad is captivating online audiences, Apple is gearing up to release its next-generation iPhone 16 series at the “It’s Glowtime” event. The lineup will feature four models:
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
Each model will come with distinct screen sizes to suit different preferences, advanced cameras for sharper photos, and Apple’s new A18 chip. They will deliver advanced AI capabilities and improved performance.
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Moreover, the iPhone 16 series will introduce new buttons that promise enhanced functionality. Battery life is also expected to improve, making it a well-rounded upgrade for users seeking top-tier features in their next smartphone.
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