John Ternus replacing Tim Cook as Apple CEO launches the tech giant into a new era, in which it faces challenges such as AI and designing transformational products.

John Ternus is set to become Apple’s new CEO in September after over two decades at the powerhouse technology company known as the parent of the iPhone, iPad and Mac. Ternus 50, has spent most of his career at the company with a focus on hardware engineering.

Apple Inc. is entering a new era as longtime chief Tim Cook prepares to hand the reins to hardware chief John Ternus amid rising pressure to deliver on artificial intelligence. Analysts See Stability — But Rising AI Pressure Deepwater Asset Management's managing partner Gene Munster described the transition as expected rather than disruptive,

John Ternus will take over as Apple CEO in September and analysts weigh in on the challenge of following Tim Cook.