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Tim Cook
reportedly will soon end his time at the helm
Apple
, and the name John Ternus is the most widely reported as a replacement candidate.Who really is Ternus?
Behind the scenes, Ternus led a major transformation of Apple’s hardware lineup, including the historic transition to Apple Silicon chips.
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Ternus was born and raised in the United States (US).He studied at the University of Pennsylvania and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and graduated in 1997.
After working as an engineer at Virtual Research Systems, he joined Apple in 2001 as a member of the Product Design team.
After joining this technology giant for more than a decade, Ternus was trusted to serve as Vice President of Hardware Engineering, until finally he rose to become Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook.
In this position, Ternus is responsible for all Apple hardware development, from the iPhone, iPad, Mac, to AirPods.He also led strategic projects that strengthened Apple’s reputation as a company with the most tightly integrated technology and design in the world.
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Apple
, one of the most historic moves under his leadership was the Mac’s transition from Intel processors to its own chips, Apple Silicon.The decision not only changed the company’s technical direction, but also strengthened Apple’s control over its entire product ecosystem.
In recent years, he has also become a figure who often appears at major launch events.Ternus is described as a charismatic executive who is respected by Apple fans and trusted by Cook, who has given him greater responsibility.
Although Ternus is considered by many to be the strongest candidate to succeed Cook, no decision has been made.
Previously, it was reported that Tim Cook would step down from his position as CEO of Apple early next year.In recent months, members of Apple’s board of directors and senior executives have been preparing for this change in leadership.
Cook, now 65, is already considering the end of his 14-year tenure.Cook himself served as CEO of Apple after Steve Jobs died in 2011.
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