If you spent $399 on AAPL instead of an iPod in 2001, it'd be worth $10,000
http://digg.com/apple/If_you_spent_399_on_AAPL_instead_of_an_iPod_in_2001_it_d_be_worth_10_000
Even if you waited until April 2007 to buy, you’re up about $100 per share. Happy Birthday iPod.