Apple's track record with app acquisitions points to a bright future for Pixelmator

Apple's acquisition of Pixelmator earlier this fall has raised questions about the company's plans for the app. However, Apple's track record with acquired apps suggests a bright future for Pixelmator. John Gruber's analysis on Daring Fireball shows that Apple respects the art of making great apps and tends to do right by cool app acquisitions. While the plans for Pixelmator remain uncertain, Apple's strong track record points to a positive outcome.