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By the People, for the People
2025 App Store Awards Celebrate Innovation and Impact
Apple honors top apps and games across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and more
Apr. 12, 2026 at 9:14pm
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The 2025 App Store Awards celebrate the developers pushing the boundaries of digital experiences and driving meaningful change through their innovative apps and games.Oregon City TodayApple has announced the winners of the 2025 App Store Awards, recognizing 17 standout apps and games that showcased innovation, utility, and immersive experiences. The winners include notable apps like Essayist, Strava, and HBO Max, as well as the game Cyberpunk 2077. Additionally, six apps were honored for their cultural impact, chosen from 12 finalists for their potential to drive meaningful social change.
Why it matters
The App Store Awards highlight the creativity and excellence of app developers, showcasing how their work can make a real difference in people's lives. This year's winners demonstrate the platform's ability to empower users, turn ideas into reality, and provide breathtaking digital experiences.
The details
Apple's leadership praised the winning developers for delivering experiences that push the boundaries of what's possible on Apple devices. The iPhone App of the Year is Tiimo by tiimo, the iPad App of the Year is Detail by Detail Technologies B.V., and the Mac App of the Year is Essayist by Essayist Software Inc. Other category winners include Explore POV by James Hustler for Apple Vision Pro, Strava by Strava, Inc. for Apple Watch, and HBO Max by Warner Media Global Digital Services, LLC for Apple TV.
- The 2025 App Store Awards winners were announced on April 12, 2026.
The players
Tim Cook
Apple's CEO, who emphasized the creativity and excellence of the App Store Award winners.
Tiimo
The developer of the iPhone App of the Year.
Detail Technologies B.V.
The developer of the iPad App of the Year.
Essayist Software Inc.
The developer of the Mac App of the Year.
James Hustler
The developer of the Apple Vision Pro App of the Year.
What they’re saying
“The creativity and excellence of these winners embody the App Store's spirit and its ability to make a real difference in people's lives.”
— Tim Cook, Apple CEO
What’s next
Apple Arcade is expanding with a sequel to one of its biggest hits, signaling ongoing growth across Apple's services.
The takeaway
The 2025 App Store Awards showcase the innovative and impactful work of app developers, highlighting how their creations can empower users, drive social change, and deliver immersive digital experiences across Apple's ecosystem.
