Apple announced the winners of the 2024 App Store Awards, recognizing the value of 17 apps and games that stood out for their ability to stimulate creativity, help users achieve their goals and encourage the sharing of meaningful moments. The App Store editorial team chose the winners from 45 finalists, evaluating criteria such as usability, design and innovation. Among the awarded apps, Kino has stood out for its ability to transform videos into small works of art, thanks to cinema-inspired filters and advanced controls that allow you to experiment with computational photography. For music lovers, Moses on iPad offers AI-powered tools to isolate audio tracks, change tempo and pitch, and perfect every detail of your compositions. Adobe Lightroomhowever, confirms itself as a point of reference for photo editing on Mac, thanks to its powerful features and its intuitive interface.
For those who want to live in harmony with nature, Lumy on Apple Watch offers detailed information about the rising and setting of the sun, helping users synchronize with circadian rhythms and plan their activities around natural light. Formula 1 lovers, on the other hand, can enjoy all the excitement of the races directly from home with F1 TV on Apple TV, offering live streaming, highlights and exclusive content. In the world of games, AFK Journey on iPhone offers a strategic gaming experience with a strong narrative component, while Squad Busters on iPad offers fast-paced, fun-filled competitive multiplayer. Thank Goodness You’re Here! on Mac stands out for its surreal humor and bizarre characters, while Balatro+ on Apple Arcade reinvents the classic card game with innovative mechanics and an original aesthetic.
The new category dedicated to Apple Vision Pro has rewarded What If…? An Immersive Storywhich transports users to the Marvel multiverse with an interactive and immersive experience. THRASHER: Arcade Odysseyinstead, offers a psychedelic adventure in colorful and surreal worlds, fully exploiting the potential of spatial computing. In addition to the main categories, the App Store editorial team awarded cultural impact awards to six apps that stood out for their contributions in areas such as accessibility, language learning and raising awareness of social issues. These apps demonstrate how technology can be a tool to promote inclusion, knowledge and well-being.
