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What will be the primary impact of Pixelmator acquisition on Apple's market strategy by end of 2025?
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Apple Acquires Pixelmator, May Integrate Photo Library Design Amid AI Race
Nov 4, 2024, 08:11 AM
Apple has announced the acquisition of Pixelmator, a Lithuanian company known for its popular photo-editing software on Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Pixelmator, considered a leading alternative to Adobe Photoshop, confirmed in a blog post that there will be "no material changes" to its Pro, iOS, and Photomator apps. The acquisition signals Apple's renewed focus on photo editing capabilities and may involve integrating Pixelmator's photo library design into its products. Industry observers speculate that Apple may leverage Pixelmator to create new subscription revenue streams and enhance its offerings amid the intensifying AI race.
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