Apple has announced the finalists for its "iPhone App of the Year" award, notably excluding AI-powered applications from the list. Despite the rapid growth and popularity of AI apps such as ChatGPT, Google's Gemini, and others, none received nominations.
ChatGPT, a partner for Apple's Siri improvements, has introduced new features in 2024, including an Advanced Voice Mode and a web search capability. However, it has not been recognized by Apple's App Store editorial team.
In 2023, ChatGPT became the fastest-growing consumer application, reaching 100 million users shortly after launch, yet it was not nominated for any awards. This year, Google selected the party-planning app Partiful as its app of the year.
Apple's list suggests a preference for apps that enhance human creativity over those that rely on AI automation, focusing on tools that facilitate design, organization, and creative endeavors.