importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-08-31T19:02:06Z
Apple's Phil Schiller Steps Down as App Store Head Amid Executive Exodus During Tim Cook's Leadership Transition
Apple's Phil Schiller, long-time App Store head, has stepped down as CEO Tim Cook transitions out of his role, marking a significant leadership shift. Schiller will remain as an Apple Fellow, with day-to-day App Store operations transitioning to Carson Oliver, amid broader executive departures including Jeff Williams and Lisa Jackson.
The longtime executive won't be leaving Apple just yet but staff at the company say it's a step closer to Schiller retiring.
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