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Apple's "hardware-led AI" strategy is closely connected to John Ternus's background as a seasoned hardware engineer, which is why John Ternus is seen as a fitting choice to lead Apple in this direction instead of a services-oriented CEO. His appointment underscores Apple's strategic pivot towards integrating AI within its devices rather than relying on software services or cloud-based solutions [1], [3]. This pivot emphasizes Ternus's expertise in hardware innovation, highlighting Apple’s intent to deliver AI features directly on devices, thus enhancing privacy and reducing latency [3]. Ternus's extensive background in hardware engineering and product development at Apple includes contributions to critical products like AirPods and the Apple Watch, which aligns with the company's focus on creating AI-augmented hardware products like smart glasses and AI-enhanced AirPods [1]. Therefore, his leadership is expected to leverage Apple's hardware capabilities to create and integrate AI-enabled devices seamlessly, which naturally calls for leadership with strong hardware engineering credentials [1], [2].