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Apple’s Colorful Comeback: John Ternus Plans a Bold Design Revival

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Written by Seth Sebastian

2026-06-24

Apple’s design era of striking colors and playful forms might soon make a return. In recent years, the uniformity of black and silver in Apple products has dominated the tech landscape. Yet, a resurgence seems imminent as the upcoming CEO, John Ternus, hints at a revolutionary redesign for the company.

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Using an Apple product used to be something of a statement (Image credit: 20th Century Studios)

Mark Gurman, a reliable source on Apple news, suggests that Ternus aims to reignite the influence of Apple’s design team, which has been dimming over time. The introduction of the vibrant MacBook Neo showcases a shift towards more charismatic and distinctive designs, reigniting the flair that once set Apple apart.

For many, the nostalgic charm of Apple’s 2000s design remains unmatched. Each device generation brought about a bold, new design radically different from its predecessor. Recent times, however, have seen a trend where each new model closely echoes the one before it.

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Sleek, colorful MacBook Neo laptops displayed on white surface.
The runaway success of the MacBook Neo shows an appetite for fun design (Image credit: Future)

There was a period when even the iPhone’s annual iterations boasted fresh aesthetics, each model standing out in its own right. This hasn’t been the case for quite some time. Now, the mere thought of yearly design innovation seems novel.

Various Apple devices from the 2000s era in a nostalgic setup.
Apple design was delightful in the 2000s (Image credit: Future)

The potential return to dynamic and lively designs under Ternus could mark a turning point. Once, owning an Apple device symbolized a distinct divergence from the typical tech uniformity. Perhaps it can embody that spirit once more.

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