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  "description": "Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that designs, develops, and sells consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. It is widely considered one of the Big Five American information technology companies and is known for its ecosystem of hardware and software integration.",
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    {
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      "name": "Apple TV"
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    "founded": "1976",
    "headquarters": "Cupertino, California, USA",
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      "secure mobile operating system",
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      "tablet for professional artists",
      "Feature Phones & DSLRs: Using basic cellular phones and standalone digital cameras.",
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