Ballmer: iPhone sucks; Apple’s reply: 25 billion iOS app downloads

Apple has initiated a countdown to 25 billion apps. At the time I am writing this, the counter has reached roughly 24.26 billion, and the number is continuing to grow at a ridiculous pace.

In January of 2011, Apple had a similar countdown, but to a mere 10 billion downloads. That means the amount of downloads from the iOS App Store has more than doubled in just over a year’s time. Just like last year, Apple is offering a chance at a $10,000 USD App Store gift card if you happen to be the lucky person to download the 25 billionth app. That shouldn’t be too difficult, right?

Based out of Sacramento, California, Rob is currently working towards his degree in Project Management. During his free time, he enjoys photography, writing and blasting whatever genre of music that suits his mood. You can find him on Twitter and… Full Bio