WWDC 2026: The Apple Design Award Interviews

In a second special WWDC edition of AppStories, Federico and John interview Apple Design Award finalists and winners, including the developers of The Outsiders and Tide Guide and the publishers of Pine Hearts and BALL x PIT.

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Links and Show Notes

Apple Design Award Winners

Tide Guide (Visuals and Graphics) by Condor Digital

Pine Heart (Inclusivity) by Hyper Luminal Games Limited

Apple Design Award Finalists

The Outsiders (Interaction) by Gentler Stories

BALL x PIT (Delight and Fun) by Kenny Sun Studios

MacStories Coverage of the ADAs

2026 Apple Design Awards Winners Announced

Apple Announces Its 2026 Apple Design Award Finalists

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