The App Store takes delivery of hundreds of new apps per day. The overwhelming scene makes it possible to easily overlook an exciting game, valuable productivity suite, etc. However, we have a solution. Today’s Best Apps tackles this problem by providing you with a handpicked and tested list of apps that are truly worth your consideration each and everyday.
Remember: Even though in-app purchases typically require your iTunes Store password for processing, you can further prevent them and other unauthorized actions by enabling local restrictions using the passcode locked iOS parental controls
Disney Movies Anywhere – Watch Your Disney, Pixar and Marvel Movies! by Disney (Free, 17.9 MB): Now it's even easier to enjoy the Disney, Pixar, and Marvel movie magic no matter where you are. Like an ultimate entertainment den, the app enhances your and other viewing pleasure by featuring a video player with AirPlay integration, closed captioning support, and titled chapter navigation, plus collection consolidation. In other words, every available movie you purchased in the iTunes Store as well as bonus content will be available on-demand via the in-app library and store. Better yet, once a flick has been bought, the unlocked extras, such as deleted scenes and bloopers, are conveniently accessible on the poster pages, which also include the synopsis, cast, rating, release date, and runtime. As a few final bonuses, the app allows downloading movies to the device for offline watching, favoriting, and earning reward points. Using the app requires registration of a free email-based account. Currently, anyone who links their iTunes Store account to take advantage of the consolidation feature unlocks The Incredibles as a gift.
Principia by Bithack ($3.99, 13.2 MB): Have fun creating contraptions and helping the robots in this quirky physics-based platform-puzzler and sandbox game. In each stage, you must get the android or androids to the checkered flag, finish, platform. To do so will require bolting together boards, wiring up electronic motors and other gadgets, strategically placing weights, firing the robots arm cannon, and so on. Basically, whatever whacky and crude design works using the limited resources. Speaking of strange designs, if you desire something more freestyle, the app also includes a sandbox mode, where you can construct whatever gizmo that comes to mind, think Erector Set or Technics. The game features 3-D graphics, introductory adventure, 31 main puzzles stages, single finger and dual-thumb controls, plus sandbox mode with public sharing.
Primal Flame by Pierre Aclement ($2.99, 40.8 MB): Nature shows its dark side, forcing you to fight for survival in this thrilling physics-based action-strategy game. After being engulfed by a twinkling blackness, use a strong swipe to ignite the matchstick tip. Once the flame bursts to life, there's the instant reaction to search the surroundings. You see foliage and a floating light. Closer investigation reveals that it's a glowing seed. Suddenly, a flower slithers into view and grasps your finger, attempting to snuff the flame and claim the seed for itself. Startled and scared, frantically shake the plant off before the flame goes out. On the next strike, swipe at the strange attacker, slicing the stem with the burning blade. Now, knowing you have a weapon, cut down the enemy and collect the magical, luminescent seeds until you can endure no more. The game features 3-D graphics, charming and ominous music, endless-style play, seven unlockable matchstick improvements and three spells, as well as Game Center leaderboard and achievements.
