Apple designer Abidur Chowdhury quits: Why man behind Apple’s thinnest iPhone left

Apple’s iPhone Air designer, Abidur Chowdhury, has exited the tech giant for an AI startup, adding to a wave of departures from the company’s design division. His exit, despite his prominent role, is reportedly unrelated to the iPhone Air’s sales performance, which has been below expectations. This move occurs as Apple’s design leadership undergoes significant restructuring, with teams now reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook, signaling a new era for the company’s famed aesthetic.