Apple CEO transition hands leadership to John Ternus
By The BriefBrief
Tim Cook stepped down as Apple CEO and John Ternus, the company’s former hardware chief, took over. Ternus’s first memo promised a “huge launch next week,” placing Apple’s next iPhone event on his desk before he has fully settled in. Cook remains Executive Chairman.
WHO:John Ternus; Tim Cook; Apple
WHAT:Tim Cook stepped down as CEO and John Ternus became Apple’s CEO, with a first memo promising a major launch next week.
WHEN:Reported Sep 4, 2026 at 1:18 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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