Apple has announced the finalists for the 2023 App Store Awards—check them out،
On the final day of voting for the 2023 Google Play Users Choice Awards, Apple revealed the finalists for the best apps in the App Store. According to the official blog, “App Store Publishers Recognize App Store Award Finalists: Nearly 40 App and Game Developers Delivering Exceptional Experiences and Deep Cultural Impact. “Phil Schiller, Apple Fellow, mentioned that “App Store Award finalists help users around the world explore their interests in drawing, design, video editing, education, music, time management, working out, hiking, games and much more.“.
Let’s review the finalists in the 10 different categories. App Store Awards winners will be selected from this year’s exceptional group of finalists and announced in the coming weeks.
Finalists for iPhone App of the Year
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- All trailsfor helping the world find its way outward.
- Duolingoto bring learning to the masses.
- Volatileso travelers are punctual and stress-free at the airport.
Finalists for iPhone Game of the Year
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- After-placeto create a retro role-playing game with intuitive controls.
- Honkai: Star Railto build a fantastic space adventure with cinematic animation.
- Vampire Survivorsfor inspiring a new genre of roguelike action.
iPad App of the Year Finalists
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- Conceptsto create innovative drawing tools and dynamic color palettes.
- DaVinci solveto create a more portable video editing experience.
- Ready-to-Makeupto bring makeup creations to life for all beauty enthusiasts.
iPad Game of the Year Finalists
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- Egg Partyto create whimsical and joyful experiences for users.
- Lost in gameto deliver charming visuals and gameplay for all ages.
- Pocket Town 2to invite players to build from their imagination.
Finalists for Apple Watch App of the Year
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Let’s not neglect one of the best smartwatches on the market: the Apple Watch, which recently unveiled its latest generation, the Apple Watch Series 9. The main contenders for the Apple Watch App of the Year category have made its access even more practical. all the information users need right from their wrist.
- Plannyto intelligently help users stay on top of their tasks.
- SmartGymto create smart, targeted workouts at any skill level.
- Tide Guideto provide water enthusiasts with real-time marine conditions.
In addition, there are 5 other categories which are:
- Mac app of the year
- Mac Game of the Year
- Apple TV app of the year
- Apple Arcade Game of the Year
- Cultural impact
You can view the full list of finalists by category here. And if you’re curious about last year’s winners, check out our dedicated story.