Today’s Apps Gone Free: Mr. Crab, Flip, Timegg Pro And More

Join a brave crab on his big adventure to rescue baby crabs in Illusion Labs’ delightful platformer, Mr. Crab. It was named AppAdvice’s game of the week earlier this year due to its unique take on the genre, so don’t miss out on this one!

We also have an app that allows you to transform your photos with a flip or two, and a visually appealing timer app.

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iPhone:

RBL Status ($0.99 → Free, 1.5 MB): Check your hosts against multiple DNS black hole lists with this utility app.

It allows you to quickly determine which RBLs are currently listing hosts from your monitoring list. You're also able to share your check results via email. The app works over Wi-Fi, 3G, EDGE, and GPRS. RBL Status is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 76 ratings.

Timegg Pro ($0.99 → Free, 30.5 MB): A visually slick timer, alarm, and reminder app.

The simple two panel UI provides quick access to its many features, so you won't be fumbling around when time is of the essence. The app includes the ability to pre-set eight alarms, save your favorite timers, choose from standard alert tones or music from your library, and have your alarms fade-in. Timegg Pro is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 40 ratings.

FLIP - Remix your pics ($0.99 → Free, 9.8 MB): Transform your photos by flipping them every which way with Flip.

You’re able to choose any photo or album from your library. If you choose an album, you’ll be able to endlessly scroll through the included photos and see your results in real-time. To flip your photos swipe up, down, and sideways. You’re able to create numerous amounts of flips, resulting in some pretty wacky transformations and collages. Your final creations can be shared via Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or email. FLIP - Remix your pics is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 45 ratings.

Universal:

eDrops Nature : Music pinball to create relaxing ambiences ($0.99 → Free, 55.3 MB): A music app that allows you to create your own relaxing ambiances.

Drag and drop black circles onto the board to redirect the falling white circle. The moment the white circle hits one of your black circles, it will generate your chosen sound. Keep placing black circles and modifiers all over the screen to create amazing sound textures and loops. eDrops Nature : Music pinball to create relaxing ambiences is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 101 ratings.

Trial Xtreme 2 Winter Edition ($2.99 → Free, 81.7 MB): Speed across icy trails and snow-capped mountains as quickly as possible in this side-scrolling stunt racer.

Each track is loaded with hills, ramps, and other daunting obstacles, so it’s up to you to angle your bike using tilt or touch controls to avoid losing speed. You’re also able to perform jumps to try and collect the three stars in each level. The game includes a total of 36 levels, and leaderboards via Game Center. Trial Xtreme 2 Winter Edition is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 749 ratings.

Mr. Crab ($1.99 → Free, 75.6 MB): Join Mr. Crab on his big adventure to rescue baby crabs in this delightful platformer from Illusion Labs.

Unlike most platformers, Mr. Crab doesn’t just have you running across the screen. Instead, you get to travel upward along a corkscrew course loaded with pearls and baby crabs to save. Mr. Crab speeds along all by himself, so all you have to do is perfectly time his jumps in order to clear obstacles and reach the object at the top. The faster you are, the higher your score. No pressure! The game includes 27 colorful levels, four boss battles, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center. Mr. Crab is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 140 ratings.

Panorama 360 ($0.99 → Free, 4.2 MB): This photography app makes capturing panoramas a breeze.

Align the beginning of your shot and tap the start button. You’ll then see a turquoise circle in the middle of your screen with two gray circles on each side. Rotate towards either gray circle to capture sections for your panorama. You can stop rotating whenever you want. You’re then able to look over your panorama by rotating in the same fashion. When you’re ready you can share your panorama via Facebook, Twitter, or email. The app also includes the ability to adjust and lock the exposure. Panorama 360 is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 188 ratings.

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It must have at least a three-star average rating at the time it goes free.
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