In 2010, Apple launched the first version of the iPad tablet and amazed the whole world by developing a product that not only looks good, but also brings a functionality that many thought they didn't need. We're leaving the software aside and focusing on the hardware now because to build the iPad tablet case, Apple had to import high-quality aluminum from a mine in Australia. This is what the people from New York Times, who say that Apple secured a good part of the global production of that type of ore especially for its new tablet.
Microsoft learned through industry sources that Apple had bought large quantities of high-quality aluminum from a mine in Australia to create the distinctive cases for the iPad, according to a former Microsoft employee involved in the discussions, who did not wish to be named talking about internal matters. The executives were stunned by how deeply Apple was willing to reach into the global supply chain to secure innovative materials for the iPad and, once it did, to corner the market on those supplies.
Apple has always had interesting ideas for which it had to buy machines or special materials and the example of the iPad tablet can be completed by the episode in which Apple purchased special machines to produce the unibody case of Macs. Those at Apple are not afraid to try new technologies or use rare materials to develop their products, and all these risks so far have proven to be fully deserved because Apple products are some of the most popular in the world.
