Lmaoooo wait what? A FELLOW? That just sounds so so so strange. Never heard of that title within Apple.
Phil is the MAN. He’s amazing at Apple.
Phil is the MAN. He’s amazing at Apple.
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But he’s keeping responsibility for the App Store. What is an Apple Fellow? Seems like a made-up title. Or like when Jony Ive was made Chief Design Officer and then retired a few years later.
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Yup. I’d agree. It’s too easy (And sophomoric) to make fun of somebody on the Internet behind the keyboard. Phil has been a part of Apple for what seems to be an eternity and his contributions are massive to this company. I’d say this is probably more of him taking less responsibility given he is probably nearing retirement in the next few years or so.
Yup. I’d agree. It’s too easy (And sophomoric) to make fun of somebody on the Internet behind the keyboard. Phil has been a part of Apple for what seems to be an eternity and his contributions are massive to this company. I’d say this is probably more of him taking less responsibility given he is probably nearing retirement in the next few years or so.
Aka put out to pasture. Till the time comes with AR glasses they can use his ‘expertise’ in how to market it
dude is 60, a multi multi millionaire and knows that the US Justice dept is about come down hard on his baby, the app store. if ever there was a time to transition out, this is it.
Good for him, people retire. No big deal.
Right! 33 years on the job. I’m sure his family is like, dude, enough with the 70 hour work weeks and high pressure deadlines. We are going on vacation every other month to spend all this money you made.
Sounds like "You can keep your job for at least four years until all your current stock vests."
The man worked at Apple since he was 27. Give the fellow a break, people.
Tim Cook is 59. How long will he still be at Apple?
Jeff Williams is 57.
Eddie Cue 55.
Craig Federighi is 51 years young! He can take over as CEO. Haha! Kidding. Not.
Tim Cook is 59. How long will he still be at Apple?
Jeff Williams is 57.
Eddie Cue 55.
Craig Federighi is 51 years young! He can take over as CEO. Haha! Kidding. Not.
Just means he’ll do less (if thats possible) and still get paid.
Also its really unfortunate for all the other Apple Fellows that actually earned/deserve the title.
Also its really unfortunate for all the other Apple Fellows that actually earned/deserve the title.
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I’m guessing that rather than having a specific role in the future, he may become more of a consultant - a “professor emeritus“
So this is the list of Apple Fellows:
apple.fandom.com
How is it possible that Guy Kawasaki is an Apple Fellow but Avie Tevanian is not?
Apple Fellow
An Apple Fellow is a person who has been recognized by Apple Inc. for their extraordinary technical or leadership contributions to personal computing while at the company. Each Apple Fellow acts as a leader and a visionary, guiding the company in their particular area of expertise. Fellows are...
How is it possible that Guy Kawasaki is an Apple Fellow but Avie Tevanian is not?
Maybe they are supposed to be funny, but there are a lot of negative and immature comments in this thread about Phil.
Phil has been one of my favourite Apple execs. Truly a nice guy, down to earth. I am glad he's able to recognize when it's time for a change. Family matters, and every day matters.
Way to go, Phil. Apple would not be what it is without the passion that you brought to the company and the community. Now go enjoy your extra time off.
Agreed. He was a huge contribution and will be missed — but he also deserves the break.
I was thinking about him the other day and wondering why he seems kinda silent or off the radar. Well, it’s a good run. Wish him all the best. I think a lot of the leadership at Apple are looking at their exit plans because the realize the company is in good hands and there are fresh minds that can carry the company forward. Phill I believe still had nightmares about the company when it was almost on the brink of bankruptcy. Not anymore that’s for sure.
No, as some people get older they want to slow down a little and enjoy life a bit with family, pursue hobbies, etc. Nothing wrong with that. He's certainly paid his dues with 60+ hour work weeks over many years.
I sure hope this isn't health related.
Jeff Williams is likely the next to supersede Cook as CEO if I had to make an educated guess based on his involvement. [Which probably isn’t any time soon.]
Jesus, it’s like people don’t even read the article before responding. Good for Phil, he deserves more personal time with his family.
Not at all. Apple has some going way back, including Alan Kay, Guy Kawasaki, and Bill Atkinson.
