Today’s Apps Gone Free: Dr. PetPlay, Taasky, Detective Holmes And More
December 13, 2013
iPhone:
Say and Go will begin recording audio the moment you launch it and continue until time runs out. You’re able to adjust the time limit — between four and 20 seconds — to better suit your needs. You’re also able to attach quick reminders and regular reminders to audio recordings. Recordings can be shared via Dropbox, Evernote, and email. Say&Go - save notes and ideas on the fly is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 7 ratings. You’re able to create and organize as many lists as necessary, and access them all with a left to right swipe. Swipe down to create a new task, which can include a due date, reminder, and priority level. A right to left swipe on a task allows you to edit it. The app also includes the ability to add tasks to your calendar. Taasky - Beautiful, simple and easy to use task manager is available for free for a limited time. It has a 3.5-star rating with a total of 45 ratings. LaLa Lunchbox gives your child a say in what they get to have for lunch by allowing them to personalize their lunchbox with a fun monster and fill it with a large selection of fruits, vegetables, proteins, and a snack. Anything that's added to the lunchbox will also be placed in your grocery list, so you can always have the right types of foods on hand. The app includes the ability to save favorite meals, multiple sharing options, and the ability to sync items between multiple devices. LaLa Lunchbox - Fun lunch planning for parents and kids is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 63 ratings.
Universal:
You must put on your detective hat and try to track down the robber that has stolen a valuable exhibit from Lord Crowley’s collection. Each of the 25 scenes are absolutely loaded with objects to discover. You’re able to zoom in to get a closer look using the usual pinch to zoom gesture. You’ll be momentarily put into a trance if you tap on objects that aren’t on the list, so just don’t do it. Hints are available in case you get stuck. The game also includes achievements via Game Center. Detective Holmes: Trap for the Hunter – Hidden Objects Adventure is available for free today only (12/13). It has a 4-star rating with a total of 162 ratings. Create your own dream racing team and burn some rubber in this card game. You’re able to customize your driver and car before hitting the track. You’re also able to deploy big impact cards to swing the odds in your favor. Then watch the race to find out how your car is performing so you can make integral adjustments. You’re able to compete in championship cups, quick races, limited events for big prizes, or against your friends online. Now stop reading and start your engines! Big Win Racing is available for free today only (12/13). It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 185 ratings. It features two separate modes, so children of all ages will be able to join in on the fun. The easy mode includes pre-defined geometric shapes and patterns to lend a helping hand. The expert mode is loaded with sophisticated options, allowing for unlimited designs. The app also includes loads of color options, undo, the ability to link shapes, and the ability to save and share animations. Easy Studio, Animate with Shapes! Create stop-motion films, Holiday Edition is available for free today only (12/13). It has a 4-star rating with a total of 17 ratings. All six games feature colorful characters, interactive elements to discover, and catchy sound effects to keep your child engaged. At the end of each game they’ll earn stickers that can be slapped on their personal wall. The app was designed for children ages two through five, and is completely free of ads, in-app purchases, and external links. Sharing with DuckieDeck - 6 in 1 Educational Games for Kids is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 18 ratings. You're able to load any non-DRM song from your library with two quick taps. You can then control the speed of the song without affecting its pitch to learn to play super-fast sections. If you're a singer trying to learn a song, you can also adjust the pitch to match your vocal range. Jam Player - Time and Pitch Audio Player is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 85 ratings. It features an intuitive interface that allows you to change the beats per minute just by dragging your finger around the dial. You can also swipe across the middle of the screen to access the meter and beat modes. The app includes 35 different time signatures, 17 click sounds, and a visual beat mode. Beats Metronome is available for free for a limited time. It has a 3.5-star rating with a total of 33 ratings. The app will present your child with a cute and colorful object, and they must find all of the matching ones at the bottom of the screen. Each object is accompanied by hand-clapping music and rhyming narration. The app includes over 100 objects to discover. Ask Me! Colors and Shapes: Preschool Edition is available for free for a limited time. It has a 5-star rating with a total of 23 ratings.
iPad:
It allows your little ones to play doctor with their stuffed animals. They’re able to accept all kinds of patients, ranging from kittens to dinosaurs, and do complete checkups on them. They can take profile photos, check temperatures, view x-rays, and record their weight and other properties. Patient records can be saved for follow-ups down the road. Just hand that iPad off and let your child’s imagination run wild! Dr. PetPlay - Pretend Play Veterinarian With Your Own Stuffed Animals is available for free today only (12/13). It has a 5-star rating with a total of 6 ratings. The app features fantastic original illustrations from Walter Crane, which are brought to life with touch and tilt interactivity. As you flip through each beautifully rendered page, you will be able to hear soothing lute performances from Jon Sayles and music from Roxana Pavel Goldstein and Elias Goldstein. Beauty and the Beast - Interactive Bedtime Storybook is available for free today only (12/13). It has a 4-star rating with a total of 6 ratings.
Developers:
If you are a developer who would like to get your app included in our “Apps Gone Free” daily lists, here’s our basic set of rules:- It must have at least a three-star average rating at the time it goes free.
- The app must not have been free numerous times (3+) over the last six months.
- The free version of your app must not include ads.
Mentioned apps
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Easy Studio, Animate with Shapes! Create stop-motion films, Holiday Edition
Les Trois Elles Interactive
