"40 Years of Apple's Macintosh: From '1984' Super Bowl Ad to 2023 iMac Showdown"
Apple's iconic '1984' Super Bowl ad, which aired 40 years ago, almost didn't happen due to opposition from the company's Board of Directors. Directed by Ridley Scott and inspired by George Orwell's novel, the ad became a cultural phenomenon. Despite initial disapproval, the ad aired during Super Bowl XVIII and played a significant role in the success of the Macintosh, ultimately cementing Apple's place in history.