Apple Bundles Mac and iPad Creative Apps into “Creator Studio” Subscription

Taylor Keatsman

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Apple Bundles Mac and iPad Creative Apps into “Creator Studio” Subscription

Apple is making significant strides into the subscription model for its creative applications. Starting January 28, the company will launch the “Apple Creator Studio” subscription service. This subscription will be available for $13 per month or $130 annually.

Access to Creative Tools

The Creator Studio subscription will grant users access to several powerful applications. Subscribers can enjoy the Mac and iPad formats of:

Final Cut Pro
Logic Pro
Pixelmator Pro
Motion
Compressor
MainStage

Additionally, enhancements for Keynote, Pages, Numbers, and Freeform will be available on Mac, iPad, and iPhone. These enhancements include intelligent features and premium content.

Special Offers and Discounts

Apple aims to attract a broader audience with its new offering. A one-month free trial will be provided, allowing users to explore the subscription’s features. Moreover, students can subscribe at a reduced rate of $3 per month or $30 for the year.

Feature Updates and Innovations

Alongside the Creator Studio launch, Apple is also rolling out updates for its existing applications:

Final Cut Pro: Introduces a new Transcript Search feature for easy video dialogue search and a Montage Maker that curates dynamic videos.
Logic Pro: Enhances the app with a new synth player and tools for creating original music for video content.
Pixelmator Pro: Latest version optimized for iPad, designed with a focus on Apple Pencil use.

The traditional iWork applications—Keynote, Pages, and Numbers—will remain free but will gain access to premium templates and a new Content Hub. This hub will offer curated visuals like photos, graphics, and illustrations.