Breaking: Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down

Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down and will be succeeded by John Ternus, currently Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering. Ternus will take over as CEO on September 1st, 2026. Cook will become executive chairman of Apple’s board.Cook is staying on through the summer as CEO “as he works closely with Ternus on a smooth transition,” according to a press release. “As executive chairman, Cook will assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world.”

Monday, April 20, 2026 Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down Jay Peters SENIOR REPORTER Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down and will be succeeded by John Ternus, currently Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering. Ternus will take over as CEO on September 1st, 2026. Cook will become executive chairman of Apple’s board. Cook is staying on through the summer as CEO “as he works closely with Ternus on a smooth transition,” according to a press release. “As executive chairman, Cook will assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world.” Read more Related in Apple Apple names Johny Srouji as chief hardware officer Srouji, who oversaw the launch of Apple’s custom silicon for iPhones and Macs, will replace incoming CEO John Ternus. Apple at 50: a visual history Bondi Blue iMacs, block-long iPhone lines, and other moments from the company’s first 50 years. Steve Jobs and the greatest run of products in tech history iMacs. iBooks. iPods. For 10 years after Steve Jobs came back, Apple couldn’t miss. This email was sent to conveniencebigstores.happyshop@blogger.com. Want to unsubscribe? Click here to stop receiving this email.   View our Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.   Vox Media, 1701 Rhode Island Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036. Copyright 2026. All rights reserved. https://link.theverge.com/oc/66eb68f2fdd67066e507c629qyp4r.31fx/2fb11d78