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Apple names hardware chief John Ternus CEO and bets on AI inside iPhones
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Published on 24 April 2026
The AI strategy may start with devices, not apps
Apple’s long-time hardware leader John Ternus is set to become CEO in September, signaling a return to the company’s device strengths. Analysts expect his focus to blend AI capabilities directly into existing products, aiming to keep iPhone and related ecosystems growing as software competition heats up.
- John Ternus, a 25-year Apple veteran, takes over as CEO in September
- Analysts see a sharper focus on Apple’s core hardware strengths
- AI integration is expected to happen inside existing products first
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