Apple(US:AAPL) Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-11-18 02:09Core Insights - The departure of industrial designer Abdul Choudhury from Apple marks a significant loss for the design team, as he played a key role in the development and marketing of the iPhone Air [1][2] - Choudhury's exit is part of a broader trend of talent loss within Apple's design team, which has undergone substantial restructuring since the departure of former design chief Jony Ive [2] - The design team is now primarily composed of less experienced members and new hires from the design industry, following the retirement or departure of many long-standing team members [2] Group 1 - Choudhury's role in the iPhone Air's marketing video and product development was crucial, although his departure is not directly linked to the product's market performance [2] - The iPhone Air has received industry acclaim for its innovative design, despite not meeting sales expectations [2] - The second generation of the iPhone Air is planned for release in 2027 [2] Group 2 - Following the departure of COO Jeff Williams, the design team will now report directly to CEO Tim Cook [3] - The design team, along with engineering and manufacturing departments, is central to Apple's product development process and has experienced other recent changes [2]