Apple’s next CEO + Dialing back Liquid Glass? (CultCast #707)

Jul 10, 2025

Graham Bower, a developer from Barcelona known for creating Reps and Sets, joins the conversation to delve into juicy iPhone 17 leaks, hinting at exciting design upgrades. They discuss Jeff Williams' impending departure and speculate on Apple's next CEO, adding an intriguing twist. Bower also shares insights on optimizing Liquid Glass in iOS 26 for better readability and highlights innovative app development techniques using AI. The episode wraps up with a look at a snazzy new handheld gaming console that’s capturing attention.

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INSIGHT

Jeff Williams Exits, CEO Plans Shift

Jeff Williams stepping down shakes up the Apple CEO succession plans.
Existing COO succession candidates are generally older, raising questions about long-term leadership.

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Apple Favors Functional Ops-led CEOs

Apple now favors a functional organization led by operations experts, not product auteurs.
A product-focused CEO might disrupt Apple's stable, expert-driven culture.

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iOS 26 UI Transparency Tweaked

iOS 26 beta 3 tones down "Liquid Glass" UI to improve readability.
The change sacrifices some flair for clarity, with developers allowed a clearer style selectively.

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