https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/john-ternus-hypes-huge-launch-next-week-in-first-memo-as-apple-ceoContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/john-ternus-hypes-huge-launch-next-week-in-first-memo-as-apple-ceohttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/john-ternus-hypes-huge-launch-next-week-in-first-memo-as-apple-ceo#u55814Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:21:41 +0000John Ternus officially began his tenure as Apple CEO on Tuesday, succeeding Tim Cook. In his first memo to staff, Ternus touted the company's product pipeline and described the upcoming September 9 iPhone launch as "phenomenal." Ternus inherits a company facing intensified memory shortages and the need to close gaps in the AI race. While Tim Cook transitions to the role of executive chairman, Ternus will lead the company through a critical product cycle focused on AI upgrades and new hardware.Why it mattersTim Cook led Apple for 15 years, overseeing a 2,300% gain in company valu