Intel is closing its digital store AppUp in March and is offering refunds to users with paid apps for the actual transaction price before December 19.
Intel, the popular chipmaker, is putting an end to its digital storefront AppUp, which most users barely knew existed. After having the service around since January 2010, the chipmaker has decided to close its doors March 11, 2014, as the company focuses "on developing new and exciting PC innovations that will continue to shape your world," according to a brief note on the official website.
Intel will terminate access to the AppUp store after March, putting an end to all apps and services offered through the web store. Though most apps will function normally even after the demise of Intel's app store, some apps that rely on AppUp clients may not work after its end-date. The software company has listed the apps that will be impacted with Intel's decision to end AppUp services.
The company is also offering refunds for all paid apps at the actual transaction price. Users must place a request for the refund before December 19, 2014.
Intel originally started the AppUp store focusing netbook computers with plans to expand its reach into smartphones, TVs and other Intel-powered devices. Clearly companies like Google and Microsoft left AppUp much behind. Intel Capital also announced a $100 million AppUp fund in 2011 for developers to build apps and digital content for PCs and mobile devices.
The FAQ page on AppUp site covers some of the most important question about the closing of the service. Dedicated users of AppUp apps can avail English-only support apps until June 15, 2014, via email. New apps will not be added to the storefront, and existing apps will not receive any updates once the store closes. Intel also alerted users to safely note the product keys for select apps as the company will not be able to resend the required information after March 11.
Other FAQs are answered in detail on the company's website here.
