Time Magazine Profiles John Ternus
Andrew Chow, writing for Time: Just below the broad smile he’s been wearing all morning, John Ternus’ hands are shaking. On this September day in Silicon Valley, Apple’s new CEO is surrounded by celebrities, tech enthusiasts, and reporters who have flocked to Apple Park from around the world to catch a glimpse of the company’s new and long-awaited foldable phone, the Duo. After Ternus takes a few…
John Ternus, Apple's CEO, was visibly nervous as he met with IShowSpeed, a popular 21-year-old YouTuber, at Apple Park on September 1st. The influencer was excited to try out the company's newest product, the Duo, a foldable phone rumored to cost between $1,999 and $2,999. Ternus, who had not slept well the night before, appeared jittery as he tried to use the phone and send a photo through a text message.
Despite his initial apprehension, Ternus was eventually named a cover story for Time's "Best Inventions of 2026" issue, alongside the Humane AI Pin. Meanwhile, Apple remained notably absent from a recent gathering of tech leaders where they discussed their visions for the future of AI. Apple's strategy, according to Ternus and other executives, is to focus on developing a personalized, privacy-preserving AI that will benefit everyday users, rather than compete with the largest players in the field.
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