Apps That Went Free on 2015-02-12

iPhone

iPad

Noir Run

Kronnect

Try to make it through the day with a smile and defeat despair in this gloomy platform game.

Fans of noir films will enjoy everything about Noir Run.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time

Why we picked this?

Even though it’s dark and gloomy, Noir Run has a positive message: Keep that smile on your face! You must defeat your inner demons by making your way over nasty obstacles and through horrible bosses. Each day offers a new challenge, and you can utilize gifts to help you achieve your goal. Whatever you do, don’t let despair win!

Fans of platformers will have no problem enjoying this one. The simple on-screen controls allow for precise control of your character, which means you have no excuse for failing.

Noir Run doesn’t do anything to reinvent the genre. If you’re looking for a new platforming experience to sink your time into, this isn’t it.

iPhone

Note Rocket: sketchpad for photos, write, type, draw on photos, add voice memos and inform coworkers,clients and friends.

Andre Weiss

This lightweight and user friendly productivity app allows you to take photo notes with ease.

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It’s the perfect app for anyone who needs to take visual notes or explain something with annotations.

$0.99 $0.99

Why we picked this?

Note Rocket is a true time saver. Snap a photo from within the app or import one from your library. Then draw and sketch directly on top of the photo to get your point across. Text and audio can be attached to your photo to provide additional details. Your final creation can be stored within the app, pushed to your favorite cloud service, or shared via your preferred social networks.

If you need a fast and easy way to take and share visual notes, you’ve found it. Note Rocket’s wheel interface makes tool selection and annotation absolutely painless.

The app’s wheel interface can be both a blessing and a curse. It can take some time getting used to.

iPhone

iPad

Knots 3D

Nynix

Learn how to tie 101 different types of knots with this detailed reference app.

Almost everyone will find Knots 3D to be handy at some point.

$5.99 $5.99

Why we picked this?

With Knots 3D, anyone can learn to tie a knot. You're able to watch each knot tie itself, and you can pause or adjust the speed of the animation at any time. You can also rotate each knot 360 degrees, and zoom in using multitouch gestures. Knots can be broken down by category or class, and they can be added to favorites for quick reference.

If you can’t tie more than a basic knot, give Knots 3D a try. The 3-D animations will help ensure you’ll never have another knot come undone.

If you’re a master knot tier who earned every scout badge, you probably don’t need Knots 3D.

iPhone

Tadaa SLR

menschmaschine Publishing GmbH

Take fantastic SLR-quality photos with Tadaa SLR.

It’s designed for those who want to put their subject in focus.

$3.99 $3.99

Why we picked this?

Tadaa SLR does most of the heavy lifting for you, but it includes a handful of powerful editing features that will please even the most seasoned iPhoneographers. After taking your photo you’re able to apply a mask to your subject manually or have Tadaa SLR detect the edges automatically. The aperture, highlight and gloss levels, and range of your blur effect can be adjusted via sliders. Circular, linear, and complete blur options are available as well. With your subject fully in focus and background blurred out, go ahead and add some filters before sharing it.

If you want more control over your photos, Tadaa SLR can provide it. Each step of the editing process can be done manually to provide you with perfectly in focus photos.

If you want to simply snap and share photos, Tadaa SLR is overkill. All of its features will simply get in the way.

iPhone

iPad

Particle Box

PDJ Apps

Find out what it’s like to command 20,000 different particles with only the tips of your fingers with this interactive entertainment app.

It’s ideal for those who need a moment to relax.

$0.99 $0.99

Why we picked this?

Particle Box allows you to manipulate huge amounts of particles in a wide variety of ways. Just tap and swipe with multiple fingers all over your iDevice's screen and watch what happens. You’re also able to stream the action through your TV via AirPlay.

If you’re looking to utilize your downtime by being creative, check out Particle Box. It’s a visual treat.

If you have a short attention span, Particle Box isn’t for you.