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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.: Apple’s Annual Tribute
Celebrating his legacy, the United States officially recognized Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday as a federal holiday on the third Monday of January in 1986. Since 2015, Apple has made it a tradition to implement what they refer to as a “Homepage Tribute” for this significant occasion—known widely as MLK Day. These tributes are uncommon and usually reserved for notable events such as major product launches or cultural commemorations; however, Apple has also utilized this approach recently to acknowledge milestones like the passing of former President Jimmy Carter at age 100 and to reflect on the tenth anniversary of Steve Jobs’ death in 2021.
An Inspirational Homage
This year, continuing their established practice, Apple is featuring a complimentary book along with insightful articles that delve into King’s extraordinary life in 2025. Users can easily access these materials by clicking “Explore his Legacy” situated prominently beneath King’s featured quotes on their homepage.
A Visual Journey Through King’s Words
The webpage showcases images artistically arranged within cutouts that form the letters “M L K” while scrolling reveals impactful quotes attributed to Dr. King:
- M: “The role of education is not just imparting knowledge but fostering deep thinking.”
- L: “Take it upon yourself to voice your opinions; your voice is uniquely yours.”
- K: “We cannot maintain our identity without regard for helping others achieve theirs.”
This heartfelt dedication serves not only as a reminder of Dr. King’s monumental contributions but also reinforces ongoing dialogues around education and self-expression in contemporary society.