Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO; John Ternus takes over as successor
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David Pierce
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Summary
The Vergecast podcast episode discusses Tim Cook's unexpected departure as Apple CEO and John Ternus taking over. The hosts, joined by Daring Fireball's John Gruber, analyze Cook's legacy as a product person — including his impact on products like AirPods and the Touch Bar — and explore how Apple might evolve under its new leadership.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledWe knew at some point Tim Cook would step down from his position as Apple's CEO.
Over the last year, it has become increasingly obvious that John Ternus was his likely successor.
The news this week was still a surprise, though — and this year's succession could lead to some important changes at the most influential company in tech.
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