Kino: Apple's iPhone App of the Year
Apple has named Kino its iPhone App of the Year, recognizing the video-creation app's innovative features and in-app lessons designed to enhance mobile videography. Developed by Lux, the creators of the popular photography app Halide, Kino empowers iPhone users to maximize their camera's potential.
Other Award Winners
While Kino took the top spot, other notable apps were recognized:
- Finalists: Runna (running plans) and Tripsy (travel organization).
- Mac App of the Year: Adobe Lightroom (AI-powered photo editing).
- iPad App of the Year: Moises (AI tools for musicians).
- Apple Watch App of the Year: Lumy.
- Apple TV App of the Year: F1 TV.
- Apple Vision Pro App of the Year: Disney’s What If…? An Immersive Story.
Several games also received awards, including AFK Journey (iPhone), Squad Busters (iPad), Thank Goodness You’re Here! (Mac), and THRASHER: Arcade Odyssey (Apple Vision Pro). The Apple Arcade Game of the Year was Balatro+.
Cultural Impact Winners
Apple also highlighted six apps for their cultural impact:
- Oko (navigation for blind and low-vision users)
- EF Hello (language learning)
- DailyArt (art exploration)
- NYT Games
- The Wreck (cinematic game)
- Do You Really Want to Know? 2 (HIV education)
Although AI-powered apps like Gemini 2.0 are gaining popularity, Apple chose to emphasize apps focused on creative expression. This aligns with Apple's focus on showcasing how its devices empower creative professionals, similar to the approach with macOS 15.2 updates. For more on app trends, check out the 2024 Apple App Store Award Winners.