It is obvious that Tim Cook is no Steve Jobs, but that's why Cook delegates things to those that may be in a better position to do some things that Jobs might have done. At the same time, it is clear that Apple is less restrictive than ever. Just look how often do you see iPhones and iPads on sale for less than the suggested Apple's prices around all the retailers. With Jobs, that would not happen.
One thing I'm afraid with Cook is his inability to say no on certain things, and to pay attention to certain details. On the larger scheme, imo Apple is still consistent, but there are details that are obvious. Eg. the case of the iPhone 5c, with the holes on the back, obstructing the Apple and iPhone logo. That is one of those details that just seems like an oversight Jobs would not have done.
And picking high-profiled people in marketing/administrative may not be wisest either. I rather see Apple picking up high-profiled software/hardware designers/engineers to bolster down their competency. Many of the previous execs are doing double duties now. I mean Ive is doing quite a lot now. What would Apple do if he decided to go out/retire? No amount of marketing/management people from high-end companies can replace that.
One thing I'm afraid with Cook is his inability to say no on certain things, and to pay attention to certain details. On the larger scheme, imo Apple is still consistent, but there are details that are obvious. Eg. the case of the iPhone 5c, with the holes on the back, obstructing the Apple and iPhone logo. That is one of those details that just seems like an oversight Jobs would not have done.
And picking high-profiled people in marketing/administrative may not be wisest either. I rather see Apple picking up high-profiled software/hardware designers/engineers to bolster down their competency. Many of the previous execs are doing double duties now. I mean Ive is doing quite a lot now. What would Apple do if he decided to go out/retire? No amount of marketing/management people from high-end companies can replace that.