SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 11 (Xinhua) -- Apple on Wednesday revealed the winners of the 2024 App Store Awards, honoring 17 apps and games from 45 finalists by App Store Editors.
"We are thrilled to honor this impressive group of developers who are harnessing the power of Apple devices and technology to deliver experiences that enrich the lives of users and have a profound impact on their communities," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO. "The remarkable achievements of this year's winners demonstrate the incredible ingenuity that can be unlocked through apps."
Kino shows users how cinematic life can be through its film-inspired filters and advanced controls. Moises empowers musicians on iPad to hone their craft with artificial intelligence tools, and Lightroom excels on Mac with its transformative photo editing capabilities. Lumy on Apple Watch helps users find the magic in each day, while F1 TV brings immersive race-viewing experiences to fans at home, Apple said.
In the gaming category, AFK Journey delivers tactical adventures and rich storylines to players on iPhone. Squad Busters combines competition with fun through multiplayer gameplay, and Thank Goodness You're Here! brings laughter with fun and silly skits. And on Apple Arcade, Balatro+ reinvents the rules of card games, Apple noted.
This year's inaugural winners of the Apple Vision Pro category pushed the boundaries of spatial computing with immersive experiences and intuitive controls. What If…? An Immersive Story welcomes users to a world in the Marvel Universe, while the sights and sounds of THRASHER: Arcade Odyssey transport players to colorful, cosmic worlds, according to Apple. ■