- Faerber and Oberdorster – the pair behind 4S is 4Steve
Apple fan or not, there’s no denying that Steve Jobs was an innovator when it came to technology. Described by many as a ‘visionary’, Jobs was largely responsible for the success of the Apple brand and the development of the multimedia tools that we take for granted today; the iMac, iTunes, iPod, iPad and, of course, the iPhone.
In memory of the man, his vision, and to help promote the discovery of a cure for the pancreatic cancer that ultimately led to his death, a tribute website has been setup cleverly titled 4S is 4Steve.
Selling t-shirts embroidered with the ‘4S is 4Steve’ slogan, in a variety of colours, all proceeds are split between two relevant charities; firstly for the ongoing research, patient support and advocacy for a Cure for Pancreatic Cancer, and secondly to promote children’s education through exploration and discovery in the soon to be opened Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples, Florida.
Since its launch on the 14th October, a day before the global release of the iPhone 4S, 4S is 4Steve has received much attention. And following demand, there are currently four t-shirt variations available for purchase, each also sporting a different quote from Jobs. Orders placed within the US cost $22 and international orders ring in at $30.
Amicably, 100% of the proceeds gained through the sale of t-shirts will be donated to charity, making 4S is 4Steve an entirely not-for-profit venture. And with “paying tribute and giving back” as the website motto, it’s easy to see why.
The pair behind the creation of the website, Shayne Faerber and George Oberdorster, are both iOS app developers. Faerber launched “Mall Maps” developed by MEDL Mobile back in 2009, whereas Oberdorster is the founder and CEO of UnstoppableApps.com and hopes to release his first app concept onto the store early next year. The issue of pancreatic cancer is also particularly relevant for Oberdorster, as his father was diagnosed with the same disease only five months ago.
The initial aim of the pair is to raise enough money to purchase eight iPad 2’s for the children’s museum, set to open in February 2012. After this, any further funds can be donated to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
Thank you for the great article and support! We really appreciate it!
Posted by Shayne Faerber | November 11, 2011, 2:59 AMThat’s not a problem. 4Sis4Steve is playing an important role in raising global awareness towards pancreatic cancer.
Keep up the good work!
Posted by Andrew Eldridge | November 11, 2011, 10:16 AM