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Apps That
Went Free on
2014-11-04

Take notes at the speed of your thoughts with Quick Drafts. We also have an app for viewing phases of the moon, and an app that helps you keep tabs on your weight.

Quick Drafts - Notes, Errands and Shopping List
iPhone
Quick Drafts - Notes, Errands and Shopping List

Quick Drafts - Notes, Errands and Shopping List

Sebastian Obentheuer

A note taking app that can keep up with the speed of your thoughts.

It’s for those who need a note taking app that can do just about anything.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Quick Drafts isn’t just fast, it’s also extremely useful. Every time you open it you’ll be presented with a blank page, allowing you to generate notes in an instant. But you don’t have to just record simple notes, as you’re able to convert them into to-do lists and events that can be shared or saved to the cloud. The app also includes the ability to create tappable links and landscape orientation support.

If you’re all about speed, check out Quick Drafts. This note taking app will have no problem keeping up with you.

If you want a note taking app that’s able to handle big projects, you most likely will have to look elsewhere.

Quick Drafts for iPad - Notes, Tasks and Shopping List
iPad
Quick Drafts for iPad - Notes, Tasks and Shopping List

Quick Drafts for iPad - Notes, Tasks and Shopping List

Sebastian Obentheuer

A note taking app that can keep up with the speed of your thoughts.

It’s for those who need a note taking app that can do just about anything.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

Quick Drafts isn’t just fast, it’s also extremely useful. Every time you open it you’ll be presented with a blank page, allowing you to generate notes in an instant. But you don’t have to just record simple notes, as you’re able to convert them into to-do lists and events that can be shared or saved to the cloud. The app also includes the ability to create tappable links and landscape orientation support.

If you’re all about speed, check out Quick Drafts. This note taking app will have no problem keeping up with you.

If you want a note taking app that’s able to handle big projects, you most likely will have to look elsewhere.

Pocket Scale - Quick Weight Tracker
iPhone
Pocket Scale - Quick Weight Tracker

Pocket Scale - Quick Weight Tracker

Uptown Apps

Quickly and easily track your weight with Pocket Scale.

It’s the perfect app for anyone who is trying to lose a little weight.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Health apps are generally daunting, but not Pocket Scale. All you have to do is tap the big circle in the middle of the screen, and then slide your finger across the scale at the bottom to record your weight. The app will then calculate your BMI, total weight lost or gained, and keep a log. You’re also able to set daily reminders so you never forget to record your weight. The app syncs with Apple’s new Health app as well.

If you want to keep tabs on your weight, you have to download Pocket Scale. It makes the process ridiculously easy.

If you want to do more than record your weight, Pocket Scale isn’t for you. That’s all it does.

Mooncast
iPhone
iPad
Mooncast

Mooncast

Mathieu Routhier

A simple but beautiful app that shows you the current phases of the moon and how long until the next full moon.

It’s for anyone who enjoys looking up into the sky.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

Mooncast does only a few things, but it does them all well. You can swipe through each screen to see the moon illumination for that day, or you can jump to a specific day by activating the calendar view and spinning the wheels. Mooncast can remind you when a full moon is approaching, and even display phases of the moon within Notification Center.

If you’re at all interested in phases of the moon, you need Mooncast installed on your iDevice. It’s beautifully simple, and yet remarkably informative.

It’s an app about the moon. If you don’t care about the moon, you won’t care about this app.

Secure Filebox
iPhone
iPad
Secure Filebox

Secure Filebox

Rottiesoft LLC

Store almost anything behind a wall of encryption with this productivity app.

Secure Filebox is ideal for anyone who wants to keep what’s important to them away from prying eyes.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

No matter what it is, Secure Filebox can keep your digital content safe and secure. You’re able to store and organize notes, photos, videos, audio files, location data, and documents. Files can be imported from your computer via Wi-Fi or pulled from your inbox. You’re also able to capture photos, videos, and audio right from within the app, and even scan documents and export them as PDFs. The app includes 256-bit encryption, passcode or password protection, and iCloud support.

If you want to store something, anything, download Secure Filebox. Your able to transfer files from your favorite sources, and keep them tidy using folders.

If you don’t want to remember another password, you might want to hold off on Secure Filebox. The app has yet to be updated with Touch ID support, which would be an extremely helpful feature.

Lab Values Reference
iPhone
iPad
Lab Values Reference

Lab Values Reference

Imago AI LLC

Whether you’re a student or clinician, Lab Values Reference will help you get the job done.

It’s for anyone who needs to reference lab values on a daily basis.

$9.99 $9.99
Why we picked this?

Lab Values Reference makes it easy to get 375 common and uncommon lab values. You’re able to browse through the list, filter by category, or search for something specific. Each entry includes a full description, indications, and links to outside references. You’re also able to attach notes for future reference.

If you’re a nurse or training to be one, check out Lab Values Reference.

If you’re not a nurse or training to be one, there’s nothing to see here.

Cart Cow
iPhone
Cart Cow

Cart Cow

Gamesmold

Help Lazy Linda the cow get from one end of the level to the other by drawing bridges for her to roll across in this physics-based puzzle game.

It’s for gamers who are looking for a challenge.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Cart Cow may seem simple on the surface, but it’s actually quite difficult. Lazy Linda isn’t fond of walking, so instead she rolls around in a shopping cart. You must draw bridges for her to roll across and get by obstacles to reach the end of each level. The only problem is that you’re supplied with a limited amount of pen ink, so you must draw flawless paths. Keep in mind that Lazy Linda doesn’t have to reach the end of each level while in her cart, necessarily; she just has to get there! The game includes 60 puzzling levels.

If you like challenging puzzle games, Cart Cow is your game. Getting the cow into the right place can be difficult, but it’s addictive!

If you can’t get into games that require a steady hand, skip Cart Cow today.