Apple's Top iPhone and Apple Watch Designer Departs, Prompting Major Reshuffle

Tang Tan, vice president of Product Design at Apple, is leaving the company, leading to a reshuffle of executives overseeing important products such as the iPhone and Apple Watch. Tan's departure is seen as significant, as he made critical decisions about the design and functionality of these products. Richard Dinh, Tan's top lieutenant, will take on some of his duties for the iPhone, while Kate Bergeron will oversee the Apple Watch. Apple has recently seen several executive departures, potentially bringing new perspectives to future product designs. The upcoming iPhone 16 line in 2024 is expected to introduce significant changes to the phone's look and feel.