APPLE'S DESIGN AWARDS NOMINEES HIGHLIGHT INDIES AND STARTUPS, LARGELY IGNORE AI

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Apple's Design Awards finalists emphasize indie apps and startups, mostly ignoring AI except for the app Arc. The focus is on smaller developers with innovative apps like Copilot Money and Procreate Dreams, while more prominent developers are recognized for using Apple technologies. An “Inclusivity” section highlights global diversity with apps like Oko for low-vision users and Tiimo for neurodivergent individuals.