Apple 's video editing app Clips is no longer available. It was launched in 2017 as a way to combine videos with music, text, and filters, with a clear focus on sharing on social media . Over the years, Apple has added augmented reality (AR) capabilities and more advanced video editing tools . However, updates have slowed down significantly in recent times.
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Clips is leaving the Apple App Store
Apple has finally decided to discontinue the app, removing Clips from the App Store. The company also updated support page to clearly state that “the app will no longer be updated and will not be available for download by new users starting October 10, 2025.” If you’ve already downloaded the app, you can continue to use it on iOS and iPadOS. However, it might also be a good idea to save any videos directly to Photos library your. The support page explains exactly how to do this, both with and without effects, so that if Clips ever stops working due to an operating system update, you don’t lose your videos.
Apple's decision to end support for Clips doesn't come as a big surprise to many users, as the app hadn't received any major updates in quite some time. Although Clips initially gained attention for its ease of use and editing capabilities, a lack of ongoing development and new features led to a decline in its popularity.
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Users who still use Clips should consider alternatives for video editing, as the app will no longer receive support or security updates. There are many other video editing apps available in the App Store that offer similar or even more advanced features.
It is important for users to prepare for the possibility that Clips may not work properly in future versions of iOS or iPadOS. Saving videos to your Photos library is a good practice to ensure that your creative work is not lost.
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Apple's decision to retire Clips may reflect a broader strategy by the company to focus on other apps and services that offer more value to users. Apple continues to invest in innovation and new technologies, and users can expect more developments from the company in the future.
