John Ternus Becomes Apple's New CEO After Tim Cook's Tenure

Ternus, a 51-year-old hardware engineering veteran who joined Apple in 2001, succeeded Cook on September 1, 2026, after a planned board-approved transition.

Cook moves to executive chairman, staying involved in global policy while crediting Ternus for key innovations like Apple Silicon, Apple Watch, and Vision Pro.

The change highlights continuity as Apple gears up for its September 9 product event amid AI integration and competition, with industry voices praising Ternus's product expertise.