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Highlights
- Apple launched Apple Creator Studio, a single subscription bundling pro video, music, and design apps for Mac and iPad users.
- The service includes Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, and upgraded smart tools across productivity apps like Pages and Keynote.
- Priced affordably with student discounts, it aims to simplify creative workflows and expand Apple’s services ecosystem starting January 28, 2026.
Apple has announced a new service called Apple Creator Studio. It is designed for individuals who create videos, music, or designs or work on projects using a Mac and iPad.
With this subscription, Apple is putting its main creative apps in one place. Users don’t need to buy each app separately anymore. Apple says the service will be available from January 28, 2026. The plan also adds new smart tools to apps like Pages, Keynote, Numbers, and Freeform.
What Is Apple Creator Studio?
Apple Creator Studio offers monthly and yearly subscriptions. It gives access to Apple’s professional creative software on Mac and iPad.
This product targets the daily workers of content, which includes video editing, music production, graphic design, students, casual workers, etc., who provide support to Apple for creating their content. Apple looks to simplify creative work by providing all the tools needed to create content in a unified system rather than requiring the user to switch between multiple systems.
The product allows users to begin a project on their Mac and finish it on their iPad without the need to swap between different apps or save off an existing project first.
Apps Included in the Subscription
The service includes Final Cut Pro, which is used for video editing. Apple is also including Motion and Compressor for Mac users who work on effects and video exports.
For music work, Logic Pro and MainStage are part of the bundle. These apps are used for recording, mixing, and live performances.
Design and image editing are handled by Pixelmator Pro, which now works on both Mac and iPad. iPad users can use Apple Pencil for editing.
Apple has also added paid features to Keynote, Pages, Numbers, and Freeform, which are usually free apps.
Smart Tools Added to Creative Apps
Apple Creator Studio adds intelligent productivity features and tools that help save time.
- In Final Cut Pro, users can search videos using spoken words. The app can also match video cuts with music beats. This is useful for long videos and fast editing.
- Logic Pro now helps with finding chords and creating sounds. These tools support users who are still learning music production.
- Pixelmator Pro gets better image tools and smoother work between Mac and iPad.
Changes in Productivity Apps for Creators
Apple has also upgraded its office apps for Creator Studio users.
- Keynote can now help build presentations using short notes.
- Pages and Numbers get tools that improve image quality and help fill data faster.
- Freeform adds better tools for planning and idea work.
These features are only available with the subscription. The basic versions of these apps will continue to work as before.
Pricing, Student Discounts, and Free Trial Details
In India, Apple Creator Studio costs:
- ₹399 per month or ₹3,999 per year.
- Students and teachers can subscribe for ₹199 per month or ₹1,999 per year.
In the US, the price starts at:
- $12.99 per month.
Apple is also giving three months free with some new Mac and iPad purchases.
Users who don’t want a subscription can still buy Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro as one-time purchases.
Why Apple Is Launching Creator Studio Now
Creative software subscriptions are becoming expensive and fragmented. Apple is trying to offer a cost-effective option that works closely with its devices.
If you have an iPad and/or Mac, this service will allow you to consolidate many tools into one. Aspiring creators or students who may not have previously had access to many tools now have more options and can create more without spending excess money.
In addition, it will also provide Apple with a growing service component of its business that has become more prominent.
Final Note
Apple Creator Studio brings many tools into one place. This was created with content creators in mind and was designed with an emphasis on easy access to commercial applications. Service begins on January 28 and could be something that is widely used by Mac users and iPad users engaged in many creative industries.
