Apple has announced the winners of the 2024 App Store Awards, recognizing 17 standout apps and games. Chosen from 45 finalists by App Store Editors, these winners -- ranging from solo developers to large teams -- were selected for their exceptional user experience, design, and innovation.
"We are thrilled to honor this impressive group of developers who are leveraging Apple devices and technology to create experiences that enrich users' lives and make a significant impact on their communities," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO. "The remarkable achievements of this year's winners showcase the incredible ingenuity that apps can unlock."
The winners of the 2024 App Store Awards include Kino by Lux Optics Inc. as iPhone App of the Year, Moises by Moises Systems Inc. as iPad App of the Year, and Adobe Lightroom by Adobe Inc. as Mac App of the Year. What If...? An Immersive Story by Disney was named Apple Vision Pro App of the Year, while Lumy by Raja V. won Apple Watch App of the Year. F1 TV by Formula One Digital Media Limited took home the Apple TV App of the Year award.
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Kino offers cinematic effects with film-inspired filters and advanced controls, while Moises provides musicians with AI tools to enhance their craft on iPad. Lightroom stands out on Mac for its powerful photo editing capabilities. Lumy on Apple Watch helps users connect with daily sunlight patterns, and F1 TV delivers immersive race-viewing experiences for fans on Apple TV.
The winners of the 2024 App Store Awards for games include AFK Journey by Farlight Games as iPhone Game of the Year, Squad Busters by Supercell as iPad Game of the Year, and Thank Goodness You're Here! by Panic, Inc. as Mac Game of the Year. THRASHER: Arcade Odyssey by Puddle, LLC. was named Apple Vision Pro Game of the Year, while Balatro+ by Playstack Ltd. won Apple Arcade Game of the Year.
Along with honoring apps and games across Apple devices, App Store Editors also named six Cultural Impact winners: Oko, EF Hello, Daily Art, NYT Games, The Wreck, and Do You Really Want To Know 2
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