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Tim Cook steps down, Ternus takes over

Sep 1, 2026 · 7m

Summary

Tim Cook transitions to Executive Chairman as John Ternus becomes Apple’s new CEO, preparing to lead the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro launch. Phil Schiller is stepping down from leading the App Store, with Eddy Cue taking over the role. Additionally, reports indicate Apple considered but likely will not release an Apple Pencil for its foldable iPhone due to design challenges.

Topics discussed

Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO John Ternus takes over as new CEO Cook's new role and farewell dinner Upcoming event and price hikes Phil Schiller steps down from App Store Eddy Cue takes over App Store leadership Sponsor: Stuff to-do list app Apple Pencil for iPhone Ultra unlikely Episode wrap-up and social links
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