Tim Cook: Apple will not change

"Team:

I'm really excited about the incredible opportunity to serve as executive director of the most innovative company in the world. Joining the Apple was the best decision I've made and I was privileged to work with Apple and Steve in the last 13 years. I agree with Steve's optimism that Apple has a bright future.

Steve was an amazing leader and mentor for me, just as was the entire executive team and our amazing staff. I really look forward to further guidance and inspiration from Steve who will chop a board director.

I want to be confident that Apple will not change. I respect and celebrate the unique principles and values ​​of Apple. Steve built the company and culture that is outrageous and we will remain true to her - she is in our DNA. We will continue to produce the best products in the world will rejoice that our customers and our employees are doing incredibly proud that they do.

I love Apple and I look forward to the opportunity to work in my new role. Тhe incredible support from the board, the executive team and many of you was inspiring. I am confident that our best years are ahead of us and that together we will continue to do what Apple magical place it is.

Team. "

Tim Cook before being appointed CEO, was director of operations at Apple. Before joining Apple, he worked at Compaq and IBM. According to those who know him, Tim Cook is addicted to work that even in the sundays have  meetings with employees to prepare for Monday, constantly eating chocolate energy, but although talented in his work, however, has not proven visionary, although normally would be difficult to replace Steve Jobs.