Who is John Ternus, Tim Cook’s successor, and Apple’s new CEO
Apple has announced John Ternus will succeed Tim Cook as CEO on September 1, 2026, with Cook moving to executive chairman.
Ternus, a key figure in hardware engineering, faces challenges in AI and mixed reality despite strong iPhone sales.
This leadership transition follows extensive succession planning.
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