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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