TL;DR
Apple announced Apple Creator Studio, a subscription package that groups several professional creative apps for Mac, iPad, and iPhone and adds new on-device AI features. The suite is available on the App Store Jan. 28 with monthly and annual pricing and discounted rates for students and educators.
What happened
Apple revealed Apple Creator Studio, a subscription collection that brings together video, audio, imaging, and productivity tools into a single offering. The bundle includes Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage, plus premium content and intelligent features for Keynote, Pages, Numbers and a planned addition of Freeform. Several new AI-driven capabilities were announced across the apps — for example, Final Cut Pro gains transcript and visual search, beat detection, and an AI-powered Montage Maker on iPad; Logic Pro adds Synth Player, Chord ID and a new Sound Library; Motion introduces Magnetic Mask for isolating subjects. Apple said the package will appear on the App Store on January 28, with subscription pricing and a one-month trial. Mac users can still opt to buy the Mac versions of the included apps as one-time purchases via the Mac App Store.
Why it matters
- Consolidates multiple professional creative tools into a single subscription, potentially simplifying access for creators.
- New on-device intelligent features aim to speed tasks like locating clips, syncing edits to music, and generating musical parts.
- Pixelmator Pro arriving on iPad and expanded iPad functionality for flagship apps signal continued cross-device focus.
- Education pricing reduces immediate subscription cost for students and educators, lowering barriers to professional tools.
Key facts
- Apple Creator Studio will be available on the App Store starting January 28.
- Subscription price: $12.99 per month or $129 per year, with a one-month free trial.
- Discounted subscriber price for college students and educators: $2.99 per month or $29.99 per year.
- Included apps: Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro on Mac and iPad; Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on Mac.
- Keynote, Pages, Numbers, and Freeform (to be added later) receive premium content and intelligent features across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
- Final Cut Pro gains Transcript Search, Visual Search, Beat Detection, and Montage Maker on iPad.
- Logic Pro adds Synth Player, Chord ID, and a redesigned Sound Library with royalty-free packs and producer content.
- Pixelmator Pro is being offered on iPad for the first time with an experience optimized for touch and Apple Pencil.
- Mac users retain the option to purchase the Mac versions of Final Cut Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage as one-time purchases on the Mac App Store.
What to watch next
- How creators respond to the subscription vs. one-time purchase options and whether subscription uptake affects individual app sales — not confirmed in the source.
- Real-world performance and accuracy of the new AI tools (Transcript Search, Visual Search, Montage Maker, Chord ID, Synth Player) in production workflows — not confirmed in the source.
- Exact timing and feature set for the planned addition of Freeform to the Creator Studio bundle — not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- Subscription model: A payment structure where users pay a recurring fee (monthly or yearly) to access software and services rather than buying a permanent license.
- On-device intelligence: Machine learning or AI features that run locally on a device rather than relying on remote servers, often improving privacy and responsiveness.
- Final Cut Pro: Apple’s professional video editing application used for cutting, arranging, and finishing video projects.
- Logic Pro: Apple’s professional digital audio workstation for composing, recording, editing, and mixing music.
- Pixelmator Pro: A professional image editing application offering painting, retouching, and graphic design tools.
Reader FAQ
When does Apple Creator Studio become available?
Apple said the suite will appear on the App Store beginning January 28.
What is included in the subscription?
The subscription includes Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro on Mac and iPad; Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on Mac; plus premium content and intelligent features for Keynote, Pages, Numbers, and Freeform (to be added later).
How much does the subscription cost?
The standard price is $12.99 per month or $129 per year. College students and educators can subscribe for $2.99 per month or $29.99 per year; a one-month free trial is available.
Can I still buy the apps without a subscription?
Yes. The Mac versions of Final Cut Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage remain available as one-time purchases on the Mac App Store.
PRESS RELEASE January 13, 2026 Apple introduces Apple Creator Studio, an inspiring collection of the most powerful creative apps Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage — plus new AI features…
Sources
- Apple Creator Studio
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