Translation

>Team,

World

>At my request, the board of directors has granted me a medical leave of absence so I can focus on my health.

My situation is so critical that no matter the costs I have to leave.

>I will continue as CEO and be involved in major strategic decisions for the company.

You’re on your own.

>I have asked Tim Cook to be responsible for all of Apple’s day to day operations.

Tim is the guy you can rely on, you know that.

>I have great confidence that Tim and the rest of the executive management team…

You are on a trajectory that leaves you no other choice but…

>…will do a terrific job executing the exciting plans we have in place for 2011.

…to continue what we have started.

>I love Apple so much and hope to be back as soon as I can.

It’s so hard for me to leave.

>In the meantime, my family and I would deeply appreciate respect for our privacy.

My life becomes private.