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MBW 1040: New CEO, Who Dis? - Apple's Era of John Ternus as CEO Begins

Sep 2, 2026 · 2h 27m

Summary

MacBreak Weekly hosts discuss John Ternus’s appointment as Apple’s new CEO, reflecting on Tim Cook’s legacy of operational stability and financial growth. The panel analyzes executive shifts, such as Luca Maestri’s reduced role and Eddy Cue’s expanded responsibilities, while debating whether Ternus’s hardware background will spur renewed product innovation. They also cover Apple’s positioning in the AI landscape and the upcoming iPhone event.

Topics discussed

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