India, April 21 -- Apple CEO Tim Cook's decision to step down after nearly 15 years has drawn widespread reactions across the tech industry, with many focusing on both his legacy and the company's next phase.

Cook confirmed that John Ternus, Apple's senior vice president of hardware engineering, will take over as CEO in September 2026 as Cook will transition to the role of executive chairman. In his message to the Apple community, Cook emphasised that the move marks a transition rather than a departure, writing, "This is not goodbye. I wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you."

The memo, reflective and unusually personal, quickly became the focal point of reactions across the tech industry.

Cook's note moved away from corporate ...