{
  "id": 14710002,
  "title": "Apple CEO John Ternus Featured on Cover of TIME Magazine: 'New Era'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/apple-ceo-john-ternus-featured-on-cover-of-time-magazine-new-era",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-15T13:37:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MacRumors",
    "slug": "macrumors",
    "url": "https://www.macrumors.com/2026/10/15/john-ternus-on-time-magazine-cover/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On October 26, TIME Magazine's \"Best Inventions of 2026\" edition featured Apple CEO John Ternus on its cover. Ternus, who assumed leadership of the company on September 1 upon retiring Tim Cook, introduced the iPhone Duo during his first week as CEO. Ternus described the iPhone Duo as distinct from other foldable smartphones, stating that the previous examples available globally felt \"cheap and crappy.\" Born in 1986, Ternus' affinity for Apple began when his father bought him an Apple II computer at the age of eight, igniting his lifelong passion for the company.\n\nNevertheless, Tim Cook continues to serve as Apple's executive chairman, focusing primarily on engaging with policymakers worldwide. Ternus highlighted Cook's positive relationship with the company, stating that Cook loves Apple and remains eager to assist wherever possible. In a separate interview, Cook reaffirmed that he is not interfering with Ternus' decision-making. The full magazine cover is available for viewing.",
  "summary": "Apple CEO John Ternus has been featured on the cover of TIME Magazine's \"Best Inventions of 2026\" edition , available October 26. Ternus, who joined Apple in 2001 and was formerly its senior vice president of hardware engineering, succeeded Tim Cook as the company's CEO on September 1. This paved the way for Ternus to unveil the iPhone Duo just eight days later. Ternus believes the iPhone Duo…",
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}