Steve Jobs has resigned as chief executive of Apple and will be replaced by chief operating officer Tim Cook.
Mr Jobs, who underwent a liver transplant following pancreatic cancer, said he can not meet his chief executive's duties and expectations.The Silicon Valley legend will become new chairman of the firm.
The 56-year-old has been on medical leave for an undisclosed condition since 17 January.
Mr Jobs wrote: "I have always said if there ever came a day when I could not meet my duties and expectations as Apple's chief executive, I would be the first to let you know.
That day has come. I hereby resign as chief executive of Apple.
"I believe Apple's brightest and most innovative days are ahead of it. And I look forward to watching and contributing to its success in a new role.
"I have made some of the best friends of my life at Apple, and I thank you all for the many years of being able to work alongside you."
Apple board member Art Levinson paid tribute to Mr Jobs' contribution to the company: "Steve's extraordinary vision and leadership saved Apple and guided it to its position as the world's most innovative and valuable technology company."
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