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The outgoing CEO's compensation as executive chair signals Apple's retention strategy and pay philosophy during a historic leadership transition.

The package, anchored by $55 million in equity, shows how Apple's board is betting on continuity as Tim Cook steps aside.

John Ternus takes the top job at Apple, the first engineer in the seat since Jobs, as Cook signs off with a nod to the founder.

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