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Apps That
Went Free on
2015-10-09

Get animated, track your favorite TV shows, and calculate speed, distance, and time with today’s collection of apps and games.

Animation Desk™ for iPhone
iPhone
Animation Desk™ for iPhone

Animation Desk™ for iPhone

Kdan Mobile Software LTD

Create your own animated works of art with Animation Desk.

It’s for those who enjoy making their doodles come to life.

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

Animation Desk features an intuitive interface that's meant to look and feel like a professional animator's work environment, providing you with quick access to all of your tools. The app includes layer support, dynamic and static backgrounds, audio support, stamps, a frame manager, onion skinning, and the ability to share your work via YouTube and Facebook.

If you want to try your hand at traditional animation, download Animation Desk today.

If you want to be able to make detailed animations, you’ll want to look elsewhere. Animation desk is all about free-hand drawing.

Melodive - GameClub
iPhone
iPad
Melodive - GameClub

Melodive - GameClub

GameClub

Dive into an endless, ever-changing world of form and color in Melodive.

It’s for endless distance game fans looking for something a little different.

FREE ($1.99) For a limited time FREE ($1.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

All you need to know is that the colorful mushrooms point towards the sky and the darkness below is where you're headed. Tilt to navigate your way through the darkness, and listen as your interactions with the environment create the background music. The game includes three modes, and leaderboards via Game Center.

If you want to get lost in a game, this one is for you. It’s a visceral world of color and music.

The controls can be a tad difficult to get the hang of, so if you’re easily frustrated, you probably should just skip this one.

Speed Distance Time Calculator
iPhone
iPad
Speed Distance Time Calculator

Speed Distance Time Calculator

Danny Connell

Calculate speed, distance, or time with this intuitive calculator.

It’s great for everyone from runners to students.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

The name of the app says it all. Speed Distance Time Calculator allows you to calculate any one of its units of measurement simply by entering the other two. You’re able to switch between a whole bunch of different units of speed and distance even after your measurement is complete. The app also allows you to copy the results to your clipboard.

If you frequently deal with speed, distance, or time, you need this app. It’s not only easy to use, it’s also easy on the eyes thanks to the two beautiful themes.

If you want an app to measure units for you, this isn’t it.

TeeVee 3 - Your TV Shows Guru
iPhone
iPad
TeeVee 3 - Your TV Shows Guru

TeeVee 3 - Your TV Shows Guru

CrazyApps

Keep tabs on your favorite TV shows with this beautiful entertainment app.

TeeVee 3 was designed for anyone in need of a TV show guru.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

TeeVee 3 makes tracking your shows an absolute pleasure thanks to its bold interface. It allows you to search for your favorite shows by name and add them to a personal list. The list consists of large banners that show how many days are remaining until the next episode for each show. Tap on a banner to view more details including episode overviews, cast, and general story information. TeeVee 3 can notify you via push when a new episode is airing, and you can export all of the data to your calendar.

If the thought of missing your favorite TV show eats you up inside, TeeVee 3 is the app for you. The app syncs across all of your iDevice via iCloud, so no matter where you are or what device you’re holding, you can rest assured you won’t miss an episode.

If you don’t follow that many TV shows at once, TeeVee 3 is most likely overkill for you.

Animation Desk Classic
iPad
Animation Desk Classic

Animation Desk Classic

Kdan Mobile Software LTD

Create your own animated works of art with Animation Desk Premium.

It’s for those who enjoy making their doodles come to life.

$4.99 $4.99
Why we picked this?

Animation Desk features an intuitive interface that's meant to look and feel like a professional animator's work environment, providing you with quick access to all of your tools. The app includes layer support, dynamic and static backgrounds, audio support, stamps, a frame manager, onion skinning, and the ability to share your work via YouTube and Facebook.

If you want to try your hand at traditional animation, download Animation Desk today.

If you want to be able to make detailed animations, you’ll want to look elsewhere. Animation desk is all about free-hand drawing.

Shape Game & Colors App Preschool Games for Kids
iPhone
iPad
Shape Game & Colors App Preschool Games for Kids

Shape Game & Colors App Preschool Games for Kids

Eggroll Games LLC

Your little one can learn to identify shapes and colors with this memory matching game.

It’s ideal for parents with toddlers.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Various amounts of cards will appear on the screen face down. Your child can tap on them to reveal what’s on the flip side. They must then find all of the matching pairs of shapes and colors to complete each game. When tapped on, your child is able to hear the object or color pronounced. The app also includes a Show Me mode where the cards are all face up, making it easier to play.

If you want to provide your child with a friction-free learning environment at an early age, this is it.

The app’s not intended for children over the age of three.