Woz talks about Jobs and Apple (video)

Who better to analyze Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ leave of absence than the Steve Wozniak? While appearing on CNBC, he did just that. And in the process of doing so, Woz also gave some insight as to how Apple plans and makes its products.

Last week Steve “The Woz” Wozniak made it pretty clear how he felt about the media and their coverage of Jobs’ health. “I disagree with the press getting into his private life. Let him communicate the way he wants to communicate to the public… . Leave him alone,” Wozniak said. I almost completely agree. Jobs led Apple to greatness by helping to make some of the most amazing and innovative products. I’m pretty sure he can figure out how to deal with his own health.

Sure, Apple investors are worried about his health and the success of a non-Jobs Apple. But Woz makes some good points when he appeared on CNBC.

In the video, Woz states Apple products are in development for one to two years before being released. DId you read that? One year more than covers the six months Jobs is taking off, so quit worrying about it. Jobs is often credited as being the source of some of the most key ideas involved, but he’s certainly not the only one. And more than that, Jobs is the kind of guy who will take his leave and come back with even more great ideas. Maybe this time next year we’ll be talking about Apple products that are even more remarkable than we would have thought.

In any event, how about we all cut Steve Jobs a little slack? The man needs a break from all of the stress, and some of the media hasn’t been helping with all of the prying and speculation. How about we just wish him well? I’ll start.

Steve, have a great leave of absence; you deserve it. I’m sincerely sorry if we’ve ever caused you any unneeded stress. I hope you break through all of this health business, and come through more awesome than before. So get well soon, and just kick back and relax for the next few months.

Via [MacBlogz]