Summary: Apple is discontinuing its Clips app, a video-editing tool designed for social media content. While existing users on iOS and iPadOS can still access the app for now, new downloads are no longer available. Apple encourages users to save their videos elsewhere before support ends.
What’s Happening with Clips?
Apple has quietly started winding down its Clips app. According to a recent support page update, the company has stopped updating the video-editing app, and new users can no longer download it from the App Store. However, if you already have Clips installed on your iPhone or iPad, you can continue using it for the time being. Apple notes, “If you previously downloaded the Clips app, you can still redownload it from your Apple account in the App Store.” That said, there’s no clear timeline on how long this access will last.
A Look Back at Clips
Introduced in 2017, Clips was Apple’s attempt to offer a simple, fun way to create videos tailored for social media. It included a variety of editing tools and effects aimed at making video creation easy and engaging. Despite these features, Clips never quite gained widespread popularity. Many of its capabilities have since become standard in popular social media apps, reducing the need for a separate tool.
What Should Current Users Do?
If you’re still using Clips, it’s a good idea to save your videos to your photo library or another safe location soon. Apple recommends doing this to ensure your content isn’t lost when the app eventually becomes unavailable. Taking a moment now to back up your creations will help you avoid any surprises down the road.
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