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Tim Cook Comments on His Final Day as Apple CEO
As Tim Cook steps down as CEO of Apple, he expresses gratitude for his team and reflects on the company's values. He emphasizes the importance of culture and teamwork in achieving Apple's success and leaves the company in the capable hands of John Ternus, who will take over leadership. Cook reassures employees of his continued presence within Apple in a different capacity.
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Published 31 Aug 2026, 15:45 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Tim Cook's last day as Apple CEO is September 1.
- John Ternus will succeed him as CEO.
- Cook expresses gratitude to Apple employees in a farewell memo.
- He emphasizes the importance of company culture and teamwork.
- Cook reassures that he will still remain with Apple in a new role.
Interesting facts
- Cook's emphasis on company culture aligns with Apple's long-standing corporate philosophy.
- The transition leadership brings insights from Ternus's engineering background.
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