Apple reveals more than 30 finalists for Apple Design Award apps

Apple just sent out press invites for the WWDC 2026 keynote, and the company also revealed more than 30 Apple Design Award finalist apps ahead of this year’s conference. Here is the full list.

Apple Design Awards 2026 finalists revealed

The Apple Design Awards recognize the best of the App Store each year. Winners will be announced in the coming weeks leading up to WWDC. But before the conference, Apple revealed its finalists for this year.

There are 36 finalists in total competing in six categories, with three apps and three games competing in each category. However, some apps are finalists in multiple categories, so the total number of apps is just under 36.

Here is the full list, published here:

Delight and pleasure: “Finalists in this category deliver memorable, engaging and satisfying experiences enhanced by Apple technologies. »

Inclusivity: “The finalists in this category provide a great experience for everyone by reflecting a variety of backgrounds, abilities and languages.”

Innovation: “The finalists in this category offer a cutting-edge experience thanks to a unique use of Apple technologies that sets them apart in their genre. »

Interaction: “The finalists in this category offer intuitive interfaces and simple controls, perfectly adapted to their platform. »

Social impact: “The finalists in this category significantly improve lives and shine a light on critical issues. »

Visuals and graphics: “The finalists in this category feature stunning visuals, skillfully drawn interfaces, and high-quality animations with a distinctive and cohesive theme.”

Which applications among this year’s finalists struck you the most? Let us know in the comments.

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