We're already seeing claims on social media that John Ternus will change everything, quickly. Almost nothing changed in the first few years under Tim Cook, and even less will now. No single person has the power to change Apple overnight Apple's leadership history is punctuated by three significant events: Steve Jobs leaving, his return , and his death . The CEO transition in September 2026 will be the first low-drama change the position has seen since the company's inception. When Tim Cook took over from Steve Jobs, it was after years of careful consideration. He wasn't picked by Jobs by accident, nor was he rushed into the job beyond Jobs' untimely death. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Arthur Levinson, who has spent more than fifteen years on Apple's board as the non-executive chairman, is set to take on a new role at the company. Arthur Levinson will become Apple's Lead Independent Director. As part of Apple's transition plan, John Ternus is taking over as CEO, and Tim Cook is set to become the company's executive chairman. Meanwhile, the current non-executive chairman, Arthur Levinson, will assume a new position within Apple. In a press release on the Apple website, the company revealed that Arthur Levinson will become its lead independent director, starting September 1, 2026. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums