Apple hails 'extraordinary' iPhone demand as boss Tim Cook heads out

[Neil57]

Apple says iPhone demand has been exceptional, with strong sales helping the company post big quarterly numbers. The timing is interesting because the report also comes as Tim Cook prepares to step aside, so people will naturally ask how much of this momentum carries into the next era. Strong figures are good news, but the next chief will still face pressure on AI, China, and keeping upgrades exciting.
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce8pdk3l4d2o

[ProperMadlad20]

Cook leaving on strong numbers is a smart exit.

[Lucy05]

Apple still needs a clearer AI story.

[DecentBloke]

People keep saying iPhones are boring, then the sales say otherwise.

[TheLegendJohn32]

The next CEO has a huge job keeping that machine moving. Will we miss him? Probably not. But when you follow Jobs you already had it harder than most.

[Inland Aidan]

He had the easiest job in the world
Continue to invest and bring products to market

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