Despite having resigned as CEO, Steve Jobs likely remain a central figure in the company. Current position as chairman, did not reduce its role in determining the future of Apple.
This is confirmed by the Tim Cook who replaced Steve Jobs as Apple CEO. In an email sent to all Apple employees on Thursday (25/08/2011), Cook explicitly emphasizes the influence of Steve Jobs is still big in the future.

"We will continue to follow the guidance and inspiration provided our chairman," wrote Tim Cook. He assured all employees that Apple will still make the best products in the world.

In the email, Cook also confirmed that there will be no change at Apple. He will still retain the principle of corporate values ​​and culture that is built uniquely different from other companies by Steve Jobs for 13 years.
Announcing his resignation on Wednesday, Steve Jobs stated that he will continue to monitor and contribute to Apple. According to Carl Howe, an analyst with Yankee Group, the commitment shown by the presence of Jobs on Apple's day at the office the last day should be served as CEO while still in medical care.

"I am quite familiar with Steve Jobs that can ensure long as he breathes, he will continue to provide direction on Apple," said Tim Bajarin, president of Creative Strategies. "He will remain chief visionary at Apple," he added.

According to reports a number of sources, Steve Jobs is still going to be involved in strategic product development in the future of Apple. He will become chairman of the daily active despite no longer run the CEO job. Even now there is no announcement until when Steve Jobs will be serving chairman, remains on Apple or leave the company entirely