Apple's Phil Schiller Scales Back Role as John Ternus Era Begins

Apple's Phil Schiller is no longer going to run the App Store or oversee product events, reports Bloomberg. Schiller isn't leaving Apple, but he is narrowing his responsibilities and working on unspecified projects. Employees at Apple told Bloomberg that 66-year-old Schiller appears to be taking another step toward retirement. took on the title Apple Fellow. At the time, Schiller said he would stay at Apple for "as long as they will have me," but added that he wanted to make time for family, friends, and personal projects. The Wall Street Journal said Schiller was working close to 80 hours a week. He has been in charge of the ‌App Store‌ during some of its most tumultuous years, including Apple's ongoing struggles to comply with the Digital Markets Act in the European Union, the company's legal battle with Epic Games, and multiple other changes demanded by regulatory action in countries like Brazil and Japan. iPad, and Apple Watch. He plans to remain at Apple, and he will keep his Apple Fellow title. Tim Cook's last day as CEO, with Cook transitioning to Apple Chairman. Eddy Cue, who oversaw it until 2015. Cue is Apple's services chief and will reportedly be taking a more influential role under Ternus' leadership. Carson Oliver, who has long been on the ‌App Store‌ team, will oversee its day-to-day operations. Tag: Phil Schiller This article, "Apple's Phil Schiller Scales Back Role as John Ternus Era Begins" first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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