Who is John Ternus, who could replace Tim Cook as Apple CEO? What will be Cook’s future?

Apple CEO Tim Cook has held this position for the past 14 years.

Written by: Tahir Qureshi Edited by: Tahir Qureshi
Updated: November 15, 2025, 7:01 PM IST

New Delhi: Apple may soon announce the name of its new CEO. Reports suggest that Apple CEO Tim Cook may step down next year. John Ternus could replace him. 50-year-old John Ternus is considered a frontrunner for the Apple CEO position.

However, his name has not yet been officially confirmed. Tim Cook is currently Apple’s CEO. John possesses technical expertise and two decades of experience at Apple. Based on these abilities, he is considered a strong contender for Apple’s next CEO.

Who is John Ternus?

John Ternus is currently Apple’s Senior Vice President (Hardware Engineering). He is responsible for all of Apple’s hardware teams, including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and AirPods. 50-year-old John is considered Tim Cook’s successor.

His Journey with Apple

John Ternus began his career with Apple in 2001. He joined the product design team. Climbing the ladder of success, he became Vice President of Hardware Engineering in 2013. In 2021, he was promoted to Senior Vice President and has since headed the Hardware Engineering division.

Over the past few years, he has become a prominent face at Apple events. His increased presence is being seen as a sign that Apple is believed to be grooming him for a leadership role. Now, it remains to be seen when Apple officially announces his appointment as CEO.

Where is Tim Cook headed?

Apple CEO Tim Cook has held this position for the past 14 years. He is now 65 years old. It is believed that he is about to retire. He was appointed CEO of Apple on August 24, 2011. He is credited with taking Apple to new heights after Steve Jobs. Under his leadership, the company has not only achieved success in the hardware sector but has also strengthened its service business.

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