Apps That
Went Free on
2015-12-13

No matter how big or small the idea, Dream-X will help you realize it in visual form. You’re able to choose from two different themes and then get right to your mind mapping. Start off with a single idea and then branch out from there. You’re able to create new branches by selecting the idea you want them to branch off from and then tapping and holding on a spot on the screen. Each branched off idea can be color coded, include photo and message, include a task or subtask, and sport an icon. You’re able to freely rearrange your ideas just by dragging them around the canvas. You’re also able to export your mind maps and share them via email. The app includes tutorial videos and samples to help you get started.

BlockPath Pro has a minimalist visual style, allowing you to focus on the challenging puzzles. All you have to do is drag the blue square around the board in order to cover all of the open space. Sounds easy, right? Well, it’s not. You can’t cross over your own path to fill in the open space, and you can’t lift your finger to start a new path. There’s only one way to solve each puzzle, and it’s up to you to figure out what it is. The game is loaded with six worlds and 210 levels to complete.

Orderly is all about prioritizing tasks to ensure you complete the most important ones on time. When creating a task list you’re able to title the group and add as many items as necessary. The menu bar icons at the top allow you to quickly change the background color, text, and font to make the list stand out. A priority level, reminder, and proximity reminder can be attached as well. All of your task lists will appear as little notes on the app’s home screen presented in order of importance.

Your child can choose from one of three scenes. Each scene has a classic tune attached to it: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, Row, Row, Row Your Boat, or Jingle Bells. All your child needs to do is tap on the screen to fill the scene with art and music. The tempo of their taps determines the tempo of the tune.

All you need is one iDevice and a single set of headphones for two people to enjoy the experience. Then scroll through the music in your library, and choose the first song you want to play. When you tap on a song, you’re able to determine if you want it played through the left speaker, the right speaker, or through both. Then choose another song and do the same. The rest just works itself out. The app also includes an equalizer, visualizer, and sleep timer.

Anyone can be an artist with iOrnament. As you draw strokes on the screen, iOrnament repeats them according to rules of symmetry. You're able to choose from 17 design groups and 10 colors, and customize the parameters of your pen via sliders. The app also includes unlimited undo and redo, the ability to change the symmetry type on the fly, classic ornament samples, zoom, and the ability to share your work via email, Twitter, or Facebook.