Today’s Apps Gone Free: Remote Mouse, Downhill Supreme, Pushups Trainer HD And More

Transform your iPhone or iPod touch into a trackpad for your computer with Remote Mouse. We also have a downhill racing game, and a pushups trainer for iPad.

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iPhone:

Remote Mouse ($1.99 → Free, 5.8 MB): Transform your iPhone into a trackpad for your computer with Remote Mouse.

You must first download the free companion software from the developer’s website and install it on your Mac or PC. Launch Remote Mouse on your iPhone and tap the start button to instantly connect. You can then use it as you would a normal trackpad! Remote Mouse also includes a full keyboard, an application launcher and switcher, password protection, and loads of customization options. Remote Mouse is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 1920 ratings.

PolyPic ($0.99 → Free, 745.0 KB): Create abstract compositions out of your own photos with PolyPic.

You’re able to import any photo from your library or take a new one from within the app. You’re then able to apply one of the 16 polygon effects along with one of the 19 filters. You’re also able to switch between large and small polygons. When your work of art is complete, share it via email, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. PolyPic is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 12 ratings.

Fitted Lifts - Workout log and exercise tracker for bodybuilding and weight training ($1.99 → Free, 5.5 MB): The best gym companion besides a spotter.

You’re able to create custom routines to target specific areas. To add exercises to your routines, just pull down on the screen. The app features a built-in list of exercises, providing you with suggestions as you type. You can also create your own exercises. Each exercise can include custom weight amounts and reps. The app also includes individual exercise rest timers, metric and imperial unit support, lifetime stat tracking, two themes, and the ability to export data. Fitted Lifts - Workout log and exercise tracker for bodybuilding and weight training is available for free today only (01/05). It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 27 ratings.

PicGrid - Animated Pic Collages for Instagram ($0.99 → Free, 15.7 MB): Create animated collages for Instagram with this unique photography app.

You’re able to choose from 28 different collage templates. You can then customize your template with 10 different colors, and adjust the size and corner angle of each cell. Double-tap on empty cells to add photos from your library. And here’s where the real fun begins! You can turn your entire collage into an animation set to your favorite music. All you have to do is pick one of the four animation styles and PicGrid will render a 15 second video to be exported straight to Instagram. PicGrid - Animated Pic Collages for Instagram is available for free for a limited time. It has a 5-star rating with a total of 9 ratings.

Universal:

Pepi Doctor ($1.99 → Free, 49.6 MB): This adorable educational game will help your child get over their fear of doctors and dentists.

They’re able to choose from three sick little patients: Amber, Eva, and Milo. They will then have to cure five different illnesses using more than 20 tools. Helpful outlines will appear in case your child doesn’t know what to do with the specific tool in question. When a patient has been cured, they will give a smile and some applause. Pepi Doctor is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 5 ratings.

Downhill Supreme ($0.99 → Free, 30.1 MB): Be the fastest cycler down the mountain in this side-scrolling racer.

Pedal across 88 downhill tracks to achieve the fastest possible time. You’re able to utilize tilt, joystick, or button controls to safely navigate your cycler down the hill. You’ll come across huge ramps, rock formations, and drop-offs, which require fast reactions and precise angles to overcome. The game also includes the ability to customize your bike with parts from real manufacturers. Downhill Supreme is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 275 ratings.

Pilot's Path ($1.99 → Free, 109.9 MB): Go old school in this fantastic open-world helicopter simulator.

Play as a former USAF pilot that's called upon to deliver certain illicit goods for the criminal underworld. You're able to control your helicopter's direction and height using separate on-screen joysticks. Fly around the huge randomly generate maps and land to pick up cargo, which you can sell to upgrade your helicopter. The game includes two locations, 50 islands, AirPlay support, the ability to use your iPhone as a controller, and achievements via Game Center. Pilot's Path is available for free today only (01/05). It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 542 ratings.

iPad:

Pushups Trainer HD ($1.99 → Free, 3.8 MB): Tone that upper body by performing pushups for 30 minutes a week with this health and fitness app.

Pushups Trainer allows you to customize your workout to your own ability and then generates future workouts based on your progress. A stopwatch allows you to ensure you getting the proper amount of rest in between sets. It also includes workout reminders, the ability to share your progress via Twitter, and a full set of instructions. Pushups Trainer HD is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 7 ratings.

That concludes today's issue of Apps Gone Free. If you like staying on top of these daily deals, don't forget to check out our free AppsGoneFree app. It provides all the deals each day, and even an archive of past deals that are still active.

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