(RED)

(RED), stylized as , is a licensed brand that engages the private sector to raise funds to fight in  through. The organization was founded by and.

Apple Inc. is a major participant in the program and donates proceeds from its -branded releases.

History
In 2006, Apple Computer became a key participant in the campaign due to co-founder Steve Jobs' working relationship with and their frontman Bono, as well as their prominence as a cultural icon. Alongside fellow product retailers, , and , electronics manufacturer Motorola, and financial services provider , Apple offered a special, stylized product to distinguish its effort towards the fight against HIV/AIDS and poverty in Africa. Apple stated that they would contribute $10 USD to the Global Fund for each of these Special Editions sold.

The iPod nano that was employed as the basis for the first Special Edition featured the same specifications and features as other 2nd-generation iPod nanos. It was initially offered in a 4 GB version, and only differed from its fellow nanos in the use of the vibrant red anodized aluminum case. An 8GB version became available in November 2006.

List of (PRODUCT)RED releases from Apple

 * 2006-10-13 : iPod nano (2nd generation)
 * 2007-01-09 : iTunes Gift Card
 * 2007-09-07 : iPod nano (3rd generation)
 * 2007-09-07 : iPod shuffle (2nd generation)
 * 2008-11-11 : iPod nano (4th generation)
 * 2011-12-07 : iPod nano (6th generation)
 * 2011-12-07 : iPad 2 Smart Cover
 * 2012-08-14 : iPhone 4 and 4 S Bumper
 * 2012-09-12 : iPod shuffle (4th generation)
 * 2012-10-15 : iPod touch (5th generation)
 * 2013-11-23 : Mac Pro (2nd generation) auctioned as one-of-a-kind
 * 2013-11-23 : EarPods (solid gold) auctioned as one-of-a-kind
 * 2017-03-24 : iPhone 7 and 7 Plus
 * 2018-04-09 : iPhone 8 and 8 Plus
 * 2018-09-12 : iPhone X R
 * 2019-09-10 : iPhone 11
 * 2020-04-24 : iPhone SE (2nd generation)
 * 2020-09-18 : Apple Watch Series 6
 * 2020-10-23 : iPhone 12
 * 2020-11-13 : iPhone 12 mini
 * 2021-09-24 : iPhone 13 and 13 mini
 * 2020-10-15 : Apple Watch Series 7
 * 2022-03-18 : iPhone SE (3rd generation)