Apple has officially declared that its current CEO, Tim Cook, will relinquish his position on September 1, 2026. Following this transition, he will assume the role of executive chairman of the board of directors. John Ternus, the senior vice president of hardware engineering, is slated to take over as the new CEO. In a recent interview, Cook articulated his desire to be remembered as a compassionate and principled person, leaving the assessment of his historical legacy to the judgment of others. Post-retirement, Cook intends to remain engaged in Apple's corporate matters and may participate in select media engagements in the future.