Tag: Tim Cook

Steve Jobs Has Died

Apple’s chairman of the board, and former CEO has passed away after a long bought with pancreatic cancer. he was only 56.

Back in late August Jobs shocked the world when he resigned as CEO from Apple. In his statement he said, “I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come”.

Below a statement from Apple:

We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.

Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.

His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.

October 5, 2011
Apple iPhone Event: 250 Million iOS Devices Sold

After talking about Apple Store success, and the Mac and iPod revolutions, Apple CEO talked about the iPhone (of course) at today’s iPhone event.

The iPhone 4, he says, makes p half of the overall iPhone market, and that they’ve seen 125% growth in year-over-year iPhone sales.

iPhone is 5% of the overall mobile phone market, he says.

Then, he moved on to iPad (and this is all pre-announcement stuff, mind you).

He says all states in the US have iPad deployment programs in place or in pilot, and that 1,000 schools have a program. Over 80% of hospitals in the US are also testing or piloting iPads he said.

Cook says that three fourths of all tablets sold are iPads, and notes that it is the undisputed #1 tablet in the world, though more competition is on the way.

He then announced that 250 Million iOS devices have been sold!

October 4, 2011
Apple iPhone Event: Cook Talks iPod Revolution

After talking about the success of the Apple Store and the recent openings in China, Tim Cook talked Mac at today’s iPhone event.

He then moved on to how the iPod “revolutionized the industry.” He says the iPod has 78% of the portable music player market, compared to “other” at 22%. You may note that Microsoft has discontinued Zune.

Over 300 million iPods have been sold, Cook said, noting that in comparison, Sony sold 220,000 walkmans in 30 years.

Personally, I’d still credit the Walkman for paving the way for the iPod.

45 million iPods were sold from July of last year to this past June.

iTunes is up to 20 million songs, which is twenty times the size of when it launched, making it the nubbier one music store in the world with 16 billion songs downloaded.

Presumably, some iPhone stuff is still to come.

October 4, 2011
Apple iPhone Event: Tim Cook Talks Apple Store Success

New Apple CEO Tim Cook took the stage at the big Apple iPhone event today to deliver his first product launch.

First, Cook mentioned that two new Apple stores opened in China in the past week. At the Shanghai store, he says, 100,000 people appeared on opening weekend. It took a month for that to happen at the Los Angeles store, he said. In Hong Kong, Apple sold more macs on opening day than at any other store.

Apple has 357 stores in 11 countries, and Cook says there will be plenty more.

Cook says Apple’s stores “raise the bar” for retail.

Apple’s online store is actually down for updating at the moment.

Stay tuned for more from the event.

October 4, 2011
iPhone 5 Rumor: Rolling Out at October 4th Apple Event?

Although this is currently unconfirmed by Apple, it looks like the iPhone 5 will be unveiled on October 4th – meaning that it will officially launch shortly thereafter.

All Things D is quoting sources close to the situation that say Apple is planning their next big media event to showcase the new iPhone 5.

While Apple could certainly change its plans anytime, sources said that the Oct. 4 date has been selected by the company to showcase the iPhone 5. Sources added that the plan is now to make the new device available for purchase within a few weeks after the announcement.

This time frame fits with previous rumors from various sources including parts manufacturers, distributors, and carrier insiders from the likes of AT&T and Sprint.

Most recent rumors have said that the iPhone 5 will hit stores sometime in mid-October. If October 4th is the accurate date for Apple’s big product demo, then mid-October would be a good estimate for the product launch.

While it appears that Sprint will be getting the iPhone 5, whenever it launches, things aren’t looking good for T-Mobile. A leaked document recently quoted the company’s CMO in saying that they would not be getting the iPhone 5 in 2011.

This news of an October 4th Apple event is significant for another reason. The event is set to be led by Apple’s new CEO, Tim Cook. Not only will this be his first big media event since the resignation of Steve Jobs, but also his first big product demo.

According to All Things D’s sources, Cook will preside over the event but will probably have help from Apple lieutenants like their Marketing head Phil Schiller and iOS chiefs. Questions have been raised regarded the company’s future without the legend of Steve Jobs running the show – so this big announcement would be perfect time for Cook to show himself as the future of the company.

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September 21, 2011
Tim Cook to Apple Team: Apple is Not Going to Change

Tim Cook, as you probably know, is the new CEO of Apple now that Steve Jobs has resigned from the position.

As concerns loom about Apple’s long-term future without Steve Jobs running the show, most seem to agree that Cook is the best man for the job, and Cook wants his employees to know that too.

Ars Technica happened upon what is supposedly a an internal email from Cook to Apple employees. The email, the publication says, comes from a source with “a track record”. Ars Technica has a pretty good track record itself, so there’s not much reason to doubt the message’s authenticity.

The email says:

Team:

I am looking forward to the amazing opportunity of serving as CEO of the most innovative company in the world. Joining Apple was the best decision I’ve ever made and it’s been the privilege of a lifetime to work for Apple and Steve for over 13 years. I share Steve’s optimism for Apple’s bright future.

Steve has been an incredible leader and mentor to me, as well as to the entire executive team and our amazing employees. We are really looking forward to Steve’s ongoing guidance and inspiration as our Chairman.

I want you to be confident that Apple is not going to change. I cherish and celebrate Apple’s unique principles and values. Steve built a company and culture that is unlike any other in the world and we are going to stay true to that—it is in our DNA. We are going to continue to make the best products in the world that delight our customers and make our employees incredibly proud of what they do.

I love Apple and I am looking forward to diving into my new role. All of the incredible support from the Board, the executive team and many of you has been inspiring. I am confident our best years lie ahead of us and that together we will continue to make Apple the magical place that it is.
Tim

In case you haven’t seen Jobs’ letter yet, it comes with high praise for Cook:

To the Apple Board of Directors and the Apple Community:

I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come.

I hereby resign as CEO of Apple. I would like to serve, if the Board sees fit, as Chairman of the Board, director and Apple employee.

As far as my successor goes, I strongly recommend that we execute our succession plan and name Tim Cook as CEO of Apple.

I believe Apple’s brightest and most innovative days are ahead of it. And I look forward to watching and contributing to its success in a new role.

I have made some of the best friends of my life at Apple, and I thank you all for the many years of being able to work alongside you.

Steve

Cook is officially listed as CEO on Apple’s site:

August 25, 2011
Meet The New CEO Of Apple, Tim Cook

On the heels of Steve Jobs’ resignation, Apple has named Tim Cook its new CEO.

This isn’t a surprise by any means, as Cook has been acting CEO since Jobs took his leave of absence back in January of this year for health reasons. Cook also stood in during Jobs’ bought with pancreatic cancer back in 2004.

Cook has been with Apple since March of 1998. Before Apple, Cook was vice president of Corporate Materials for Compaq and was responsible for procuring and managing all of Compaq’s product inventory. He also spent 12 years at IBM, most recently as director of North American Fulfillment where he led manufacturing and distribution functions for IBM’s Personal Computer Company in North and Latin America, according to his bio on Apple.com.

It seems that Apple had this succession plan in place, as Jobs refers to his resignation letter:

“I strongly recommend that we execute our succession plan and name Tim Cook as CEO of Apple.”

Well, Apple has done just that by naming Tim Cook their new CEO.

August 24, 2011
Steve Jobs Resigns As CEO Of Apple

Co-founder and two-time CEO of Apple, Steve Jobs, has resigned from Apple.

“I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come,” he said in a letter announcing his resignation.

It’s no secret that Jobs has been in poor health. This past January he announced the he would be taking a medical leave of absence from the company. He returned in March to announce the iPad 2.

“As far as my successor goes, I strongly recommend that we execute our succession plan and name Tim Cook as CEO of Apple“, Jobs said. This should come as no surprise, as Cook stood in for Jobs during his bout with cancer in 2004 and most of 2011.

In his resignation letter Jobs also stated “I believe Apple’s brightest and most innovative days are ahead of it. And I look forward to watching and contributing to its success in a new role.” The new role Jobs is referring to is Chairman of the Board for Apple, which he was elected to today.

It’ll be interesting to see who announces the new products for Apple, as Steve Jobs was always seen as a brilliant salesman.

Leave a comment below with your thoughts on this development.

August 24, 2011