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Apps That
Went Free on
2014-11-13

Apply all kinds of effects, overlays, and borders to your camera feed with Fx8. We also have an app that allows anyone to create beautiful music, and a Killer Pool game.

Numerical²
iPhone
iPad
Numerical²

Numerical²

Andrew J Clark

A calculator app without equal.

It’s for those who need a sensible and speedy calculator.

FREE ($2.99) For a limited time FREE ($2.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Numerical frees you of that unnecessary equal button by instantly providing you with an answer and always allowing you to see your calculations. If you make a mistake, you’ll receive an answer in plain English instead of an obscure error. You’re able to perform common swipe gestures to undo, redo, and save current calculations. You’re also able to utilize brackets to solve complex problems.

If you find Apple’s native calculator app slow and cumbersome, give Numerical a try. Its instant results, history, and sensible errors make it easy to do quick calculations.

If you only sparingly perform complex calculations, Apple’s native app should do just fine.

Fx8 Photo - Picture editor with cool frames & effects
iPhone
Fx8 Photo - Picture editor with cool frames & effects

Fx8 Photo - Picture editor with cool frames & effects

Apalon Apps

Apply a bevy of effects, shapes, overlays, and borders to your camera feed in real-time with Fx8.

It’s a great all-in-one editing app for every iPhoneographer.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

You’re able to mix and match the hundreds of different effects, shapes, overlays, and borders to create something wholly unique. They can all be applied in real-time, or you can snap a photo and do all of your handiwork after the fact. Photos can be taken using the front or back camera on your iDevice, and you can pinch to zoom in on your subject. When you’re finished, share your creations via Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, or email.

If you want a photography app that can do it all, you’ve found it in Fx8. This app is absolutely loaded with different ways to personalize your photos.

The only real issue with Fx8 is its formatting. It’s essentially designed for Instagram since it sticks with the 1:1 ratio.

NGHT Camera
iPhone
NGHT Camera

NGHT Camera

DARKMATT3r LLC

Manually control the focus, exposure, and white balance of your shots with this photography app.

It’s great for anyone who wants more control over their photo capturing and video recording.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Sometimes simplicity is the key to taking a great photo or recording the perfect video. Few offers just that. The app features three buttons along the bottom right corner of the screen. Just tap on each one to adjust the focus, exposure, and white balance of your real-time camera feed. You’re able to switch between photo capturing and video recording via a button at the top. Whatever you capture will automatically be saved to your camera roll.

If you’re tired of photography apps doing everything for you, check out Few. It offers a crisp and clean interface that allows you to capture your subject just as you intended.

If you have an older iDevice, you may want to skip Few. It can take a big performance hit when adjusting the exposure.

Sailing Home – Learn Animal Habitats. Educational game for preschool kids
iPhone
iPad
Sailing Home – Learn Animal Habitats. Educational game for preschool kids

Sailing Home – Learn Animal Habitats. Educational game for preschool kids

Applied Systems Ltd

Your little ones must help the zoo animals find their habitats in this adorable educational game.

It’s ideal for parents with children who love animals.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

It’s summer break for the zoo animals, and they’re all ready to go vacationing in their natural habitats. As the boat sets sail, your child must select the correct animal for the habitat it eventually docks at. Your child can get to know interesting facts about the animals and their habitats during the voyage. Once they’ve correctly placed an animal in its habitat, they can snap a photo of it for their memory book. They’re also able to pop bright balloons as a reward for their efforts. The game includes a total of 14 animals and seven habitats.

If you have young children, they’re going to have a lot of fun with Sailing Home. The interaction methods are easy enough for young kids to grasp and yet compelling enough to keep them coming back for more.

If your child is seven years of age or older, this app just won’t hold their interest.

Killer Pool
iPhone
Killer Pool

Killer Pool

Sauce Digital Limited

Grab your cue and face off against computer and human opponents in Killer Pool.

It’s for anyone who is looking for a realistic pool experience.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

You don’t need a fist full of quarters to play this pool game. Just some practice and a killer instinct. You’re able to adjust your pool cue and the camera in order to get the best shot available using highly accurate swipe controls. Then strike the cue ball and watch the realistic physics get to work. The game includes five different ways to play, three table speeds, and single player and multiplayer modes.

If you enjoy the game of pool, even a little bit, you’re going to love having Killer Pool in your pocket. Its various game modes allow you to spend as much or as little time firing balls around the table as you want.

This is about as realistic as pool gets, so if you were looking for an arcade game, Killer Pool isn’t it.

Simple Music Pro - amazing chords creation keyboard app with free piano, guitar, pad sounds, and midi
iPhone
iPad
Simple Music Pro - amazing chords creation keyboard app with free piano, guitar, pad sounds, and midi

Simple Music Pro - amazing chords creation keyboard app with free piano, guitar, pad sounds, and midi

Keynote Star Inc

Make sweet sounds with this easy to use music creation app.

It’s for both amateur and professional musicians.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

What makes Simple Music Pro great is its note placement. The notes are arranged in a way that makes it easy to create harmonious sounds. Sliding your finger from any point always produces chords. You're able to choose from 15 different instruments, and scroll or zoom out to see more or less notes. The app also includes a built-in metronome, MIDI support, and the ability to record what you play.

If you have any interest in creating music, give Simple Music Pro a try. It’s a ton of fun for everyone.

If you’re looking for a realistic piano setup, this isn’t it. The keys are placed in a way that makes it easy to create sounds.