Today’s Apps Gone Free: Briefcase Pro, GradientBlender, LensLight And More

Take control of all of your documents while on the go with Briefcase Pro. We also have an app that allows you to create beautifully blended collages, and an app that allows you to accentuate your photos with lighting effects.

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iPhone:

Runtastic PRO GPS Running, Walking & Fitness Tracker ($4.99 → Free, 38.1 MB): Whether you run, cycle, hike, skate, or ski, Runtastic Pro can help track and improve your results.

This fitness app uses your device's built-in GPS to record time, distance, speed, and elevation, and then places your position and route on a map. It automatically archives all of this data so you can view how you previously performed. The app also includes the ability to manually input information, the ability to compete against friends, and the ability to share your activities. Runtastic PRO GPS Running, Walking & Fitness Tracker is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 11911 ratings.

GradientBlender Pro ($0.99 → Free, 31.6 MB): Create beautifully blended collages with this fun photography app.

Choose a background color or image to start the creation process. Then take photos or import them from your library to have them automatically blended together. You’re able to reposition your photos using common multitouch gestures. Photos can also be edited with a double-tap. You’re able to personalize your creation with custom text before sending it off via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or email. The app includes loads of fonts to choose from, and 13 different aspect ratios. GradientBlender Pro is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 30 ratings.

Universal:

Briefcase Pro - File manager, cloud drive, document & pdf reader and file sharing App ($4.99 → Free, 12.8 MB): An all-in-one document viewer, creator, and manager.

You're able to import files from a variety of services including Dropbox, SkyDrive, Box, and GoogleDrive. You can also just pull in files from your photo library, email, or your computer via Wi-Fi or iTunes File Sharing. Files can be viewed, played back, favorited, categorized, searched for, and uploaded to the cloud. You’re able to create your own TXT files as well. Worried about document security? Don’t be. You’re able to create a passcode that’s required to launch the app. Briefcase Pro - File manager, cloud drive, document & pdf reader and file sharing App is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 72 ratings.

Binaural Sleep Beats - Insomnia Sounds ($4.99 → Free, 82.3 MB): Get your mind in the right place with this binaural beats app.

The app plays alternating high quality frequencies to help you achieve a specific state of mind. The beats can be used to relax and fall asleep or give yourself a mental boost. The app includes the ability to manually set the timer, or you can choose one of the three built-in effects. Binaural Sleep Beats - Insomnia Sounds is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 131 ratings.

LensLight ($1.99 → Free, 63.9 MB): Accentuate your photos with various lighting effects with this photography app.

It includes more than 100 stunning lighting effects, which can be repositioned and resized using common multitouch gestures. You're also able to layer and adjust the intensity of your effects. Apply any one of the 16 different filters to complete your work before sharing it via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or email. Additional effects packs are available via in-app purchase. LensLight is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 298 ratings.

Rhythm Pad (Drums/Drum Pad) ($2.99 → Free, 40.5 MB): Tap to the beat with this music app.

Rhythm Pad offers the easiest and smartest way to play drams on your iDevice. It includes eight different pads that you can tap away on with multiple fingers at a time. You’re able to choose from 10 different kits, and customize the sound of each one. You’re also able to play along to any of the music in your library. The app includes the ability to rearrange pads, a built-in metronome, audio levels that adjust to where you tap on the pad, MIDI support, Audiobus support, and the ability to record and share your tunes. Rhythm Pad (Drums/Drum Pad) is available for free today only (01/12). It has a 3.5-star rating with a total of 132 ratings.

Σ12 (Sigma12) ($0.99 → Free, 27.5 MB): You’ll need a sense of rhythm and a good grasp of numbers to solve these puzzles.

At the beginning of each level you’re presented with a cube that’s made up of other smaller numbered cubes. You must select the numbered cubes by dragging your finger across them in order to have them equal 12. Keep digging through the three dimensional cube to discover the DNA strand hidden inside before the clock hits zero. You’re able to earn more points by removing cubes to the beat. The game includes two modes, five different musical and visual atmospheres, special cubes, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center. Σ12 (Sigma12) is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 12 ratings.

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