Today’s apps gone free: Geekbench, Firo, Infinity Blade and more
Universal:
Want to see how your iDevice stacks up against the rest? Perform a Geekbench test and find out. It provides a comprehensive set of benchmarks that accurately measure your iDevice’s processor and memory performance. The test only takes about 30 seconds to perform. You will then be provided with loads of detailed information including how your iDevice compares to other Apple products. You’re also able to upload your results to Geekbench’s website or send them via email.
Geekbench 3 is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4-star rating with a total of 162 ratings.
Just tap on the celestial objects you come across to learn more about them. You can also search the sky by keywords or by holding your iDevice up to the sky and shifting all around. The app includes over 100,000 stars, 88 western constellations, and planets of the solar system.
Starlight: Find Stars And Constellations is available for free today only (11/26). It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 135 ratings.
We like Word Mess because it’s accessible to gamers of all ages. At the beginning of each round you’re presented with a word or type of word that must be discovered among the mess. You have a limited amount of time to track it down and tap on it. You’re able to play all on your own or compete with your friends in head-to-head battles. You’re also able to compare your skills via Game Center.
Word Mess is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 637 ratings.
Swipe across the screen to perform attacks, dodge the blades of your enemy, block hits, and cast devastating spells. As you make your way deeper into the castle realm, you’ll have a chance to upgrade your knight and collect new weapons and armor. The game features fantastic 3-D graphics powered by the Unreal engine, online multiplayer, and Game Center integration.
Infinity Blade is available for free for a limited time. It has a 5-star rating with a total of 325556 ratings.
Spiritual Me includes guided meditation techniques that will help you relieve stress, become more mindful, and simply relax. All you need to do is set aside a little time each day and go through the various exercises. Exercises include everything from drawing to balancing. After a few sessions you’ll be able to view a chart of your progress and track your improvement.
Spiritual Me: Meditation – techniques for mindfulness, relaxation and stress relief is available for free for a limited time. It has a 4.5-star rating with a total of 7 ratings.
iPad:
Firo truly has it all. It’s an advanced music sketchpad and MIDI controller. You’re able to choose from 12 separate instruments, 12 keys, seven diatonic modes, and eight secondary scales. The app supports up to 10 fingers on the screen at once, so your tunes can be as basic or complicated as need be. It’s also loaded with a handful of other professional features like real-time visual pitch detection, the ability to create and save loops, and the ability to record your sessions and share them with the world.
Firo – Music Maker, Instrument, Drums, Chords, Looper, and MIDI Controller is available for free for a limited time. It has a 5-star rating with a total of 67 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.
To submit an app, simply send a request to tyler@appadvice.com with the subject “Apps Gone Free.” Please include the name of the app, a link to it in the App Store, when and for how long you intend to offer the app for free, and anything else you would like to share. We will take it from there.
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