Apple has announced that former chief executive Steve Jobs is deceased. Jobs is co-founder of the company from Cupertino. The CEO was struggling with health problems and is only 56 years old

We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.

Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that
enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.

His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.