The longstanding confrontation between Apple Computers and The Beatles over the trademark of the name 'Apple' resulted in embedded references within Apple software, revealing creative friction.
In an amusing twist during the legal battles, Apple's lead engineer suggested naming a sound file 'Let it Beep' in light of legal constraints imposed on their creativity.
The iconic sound originally created in 1991 was prudently renamed 'Sosumi'—aptly reflecting the company's defiance towards restrictive legal frameworks while still enduring within Apple systems.
Even in the 2020 Big Sur update, the original sound remains in macOS sound library as 'sosumi.aiff', a subtle reminder of the unique brand history.
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