Jony Ive to leave Apple and form his own design company

In something of a bombshell revelation, Apple today disclosed via a press release that legendary designer Jony Ive is planning to leave the company later on in the year. Following that, Ive will open an independent design studio that will have Apple as one of its clients."While he pursues personal projects," the press release reads in part. "Ive in his new company will continue to work closely and on a range of projects with Apple."Ive of course played an instrumental role in resurrecting Apple