Tim Cook Says He's 'Not Meddling' With Apple's New CEO John Ternus

Tim Cook says ‘I’m not meddling’ in the new Apple CEO’s business

Tim Cook stepped down as Apple CEO in September, handing over the top job to former hardware chief John Ternus and taking an executive chairman role. Cook's still a visible representative of the company, having been recently photographed attending a state dinner at the White House. But in an interview with The Independent, Cook says […]

Tim Cook on his first month after Apple CEO transition: ‘I’m not meddling’

Tim Cook visited Apple’s Battersea campus in London this week, mingling with King Charles as part of the company’s new partnership with The King’s Trust. At Apple’s Battersea headquarters, Cook also sat down with The Independent for an in-depth interview on the partnership and his first month as Apple’s executive chairman. more…

Tim Cook Says He's 'Not Meddling' With Apple's New CEO John Ternus

In his new role as the executive chairman of Apple's board of directors, Tim Cook told The Independent's David Phelan that he is "not meddling" with Apple's new CEO John Ternus. "First of all, John and I have an incredible level of trust in each other," said Cook. "The relationship must be based on trust, and the communication must be frequent and significant. But other than that, what I'm focused on right now is worldwide policy. And the interf…

Tim Cook says ‘I’m not meddling’ in the new Apple CEO’s business - Dining and Cooking

Tim Cook stepped down as Apple CEO in September, handing over the top job to former hardware chief John Ternus and taking an executive chairman role. Cook’s still a visible representative of the company, having been recently photographed attending a state dinner at the White House. But in an interview with The Independent, Cook says [...]

Tim Cook Says He Is Not Directing Apple CEO John Ternus’ Work

Cook became executive chairman of Apple’s board on Sept. 1, 2026, while Ternus took over as CEO. Cook said he helps only when asked and now focuses on worldwide policy and government relations.