Cinema 4D brings professional 3D workflows to iPad. The return of Autograph - now free for individual users. ZBrush expands to Windows on Arm. See it all at NAB 2026.
BAD HOMBURG, GERMANY / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2026 / Maxon, a leading developer of powerful and intuitive 2D and 3D software and complete graphic design workflows, today announced a major step forward in its mission to make professional creative tools more accessible to artists everywhere. With the debut of Cinema 4D on iPad, the return of the Autograph motion graphics application, and the expansion of Maxon tools to Windows on Arm (WoA) tablet devices, Maxon is lowering the barrier to entry while empowering artists to work where they want, how they want. Visitors to NAB 2026 can see it all at the Maxon booth .
Professional Tools, Broader Access
As demand for 3D and motion content accelerates across social media, streaming, gaming, and immersive media, creators are seeking flexible and affordable entry points into professional workflows. Traditionally, professional creative software has been limited to desktop and required significant software and hardware investment. With this release, Maxon introduces new free-access tiers and mobile-first workflows to make its industry-standard tools more attainable without compromising professional capabilities.
"Accessibility, interoperability, and user empowerment are increasingly central to creative innovation," said Dave McGavran, CEO of Maxon. "With these initiatives, we're expanding access to professional tools so more artists can experiment, build, and grow within a connected creative ecosystem, using the same professional tools trusted across film, broadcast, and design."
Cinema 4D for iPad: 3D Creation Goes Mobile
At NAB 2026, Maxon will unveil the beta of Cinema 4D for iPad, marking the first time such a professional 3D tool will be available on a mobile platform. Optimized for touch workflows, Cinema 4D for iPad delivers core 3D modeling and design capabilities in a streamlined, mobile-first interface. The iPad version* complements the desktop experience, allowing artists to explore ideas and work on projects on the go, the moment creativity strikes.
Cinema 4D has long been recognized for its accessibility and ease of learning within the professional 3D space. Bringing these capabilities to iPad extends that philosophy, making 3D creation more approachable for emerging artists while remaining compatible with modern production pipelines.
Cinema 4D for iPad will be available in late 2026.
* Recommended: iPad with M3 chip or later
Autograph Makes its Return
Maxon brings back Autograph, a modern motion graphics and compositing application, as a free
