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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-03-13

Ride the wind with an umbrella, tell your love story, and manage your projects with today’s collection of apps and games.

Loving U - Diary / Anniversary
iPhone
Loving U - Diary / Anniversary

Loving U - Diary / Anniversary

KIM KYUNG MIN

Tell your love story through a personal diary with Loving U.

It’s for those who want to reflect.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Start off by creating mini profiles for you and your significant other and record the day you met. The app will keep track of all of the days, months, and years that have passed. Loving U is also able to display the days since you met as an icon badge or within Notification Center. When adding a new entry to your diary, you’re able to attach a photo for reference. You’re also able to get in touch with your significant other through quick link buttons on the main screen, and quickly calculate important dates. The app also includes passcode protections, love quotes, the ability to share entries, and the ability to backup and restore your data via Dropbox.

If you always want to remember cherished moments, download Loving U today. It’s much like a diary, except it’s focused on your significant other.

If you already have a diary or journal app, this won’t add anything to the experience besides a pretty front end.

SwipeList Pink
iPhone
iPad
SwipeList Pink

SwipeList Pink

Dmitry Semiryazhko

Stay on top of your daily tasks with SwipeList Pink.

It’s for those who prefer to keep things simple.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

SwipeList Pink allows you to create to-do lists, shopping lists, and any other kind of basic list through common gestures. Tasks and items can be created with a downward swipe. Left and right swipes allow you to complete and delete. Tap and hold to reorder tasks and items. Each task and item can also take on a different color by tapping on the right side.

If you enjoy various hues of the color pink and need a task manager, this is the one for you.

It’s a no-frills task manager. You won’t find cloud syncing, sub-tasks, etc.

Around The World in 80 Days - Hidden Object Games
iPhone
iPad
Around The World in 80 Days - Hidden Object Games

Around The World in 80 Days - Hidden Object Games

Crisp App Studio

Go on an adventure around the world in search of hidden objects in Around the World in 80 Days.

It’s perfect for casual gamers who want to jump right in and enjoy the fun.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Join Phileas Fogg and his servant Passepartout as they try to travel around the world in 80 days. Their journey starts off in England, and each stop along the way acts as a new scene to search for hidden objects. While searching for objects within a scene you’re able to get a closer look using the usual pinch-to-zoom gesture, and you can receive a hint if you get stuck. Don’t just tap wildly on a scene, as it will cost you points and remove your multiplier. The game includes a total of 20 scenes in all and hundreds of objects to track down.

If you prefer your hidden objects games to be more casual, Around the World in 80 Days is for you. It does feature an adventure story, but it doesn’t get in the way of the fun.

Some of the scenes are visually complicated, and some of the objects are so well hidden that you will require a hint. But you only get one hint per scene, so you may find yourself stuck often.

Project Reno
iPhone
Project Reno

Project Reno

inPulse Inc.

Plan, monitor, and track your projects with this business app.

It’s ideal for architects, contractors, and even home owners who are constantly juggling projects.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Project Reno provides you with complete control over all aspects of your projects. You're able to attach contacts to your projects, provide details, outlines costs, update statuses, and define start and due dates. Photos and geo-location information can be attached as well to provide more context. The projects in your main box can be filtered out by status, number, name, or contact to keep things tidy and help you stay focused.

If you’re a business owner, you’re going to want to at least give Project Reno a try. It does a great job in helping you keep all of your projects in order, and helps you stay focused on the task at hand.

If you need to monitor specific tasks within projects, Project Reno falls a bit short. It’s more for general project management.

Bronko Blue, the kitten copter
iPhone
iPad
Bronko Blue, the kitten copter

Bronko Blue, the kitten copter

bytecombo Unternehmergesellschaft (haftungsbeschrankt)

An atmospheric side-scroller that has you flying a small blue cat through seasons and nightscapes to collect his lost wool.

It’s ideal for gamers who enjoy one-touch gameplay.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Bronko Blue is moody, atmospheric, and a whole lot of fun. Bronko rides the wind with his umbrella. It’s up to you to guide him up, under, and through obstacles by tapping on the screen. As you progress through the game, Bronko will gain new abilities like the ability to light his way and shoot down angry crows, which will make it a lot easier to collect all of those lost balls of wool.

If you like the style of games like Limbo and the one-touch gameplay of Jetpack Joyride, you’re certainly going to enjoy the ride through the air with Bronko.

Bronko Blue may be a little too challenging for some due to its crazy physics-based obstacles.

Learn Colors App Shapes Preschool Games for Kids
iPhone
iPad
Learn Colors App Shapes Preschool Games for Kids

Learn Colors App Shapes Preschool Games for Kids

Eggroll Games LLC

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

It’s the perfect addition to your collection if your child enjoys playing education games on your iDevice.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

We’re recommending Colors Memory Match today because it’s easy for your child to just pick up and play thanks to its relatable card system. 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 find all of the matching pairs of colors and shapes to complete each game. When tapped on, your child is able to hear the color or object pronounced.

If you have a young child that likes playing games on your iDevice, they’ll love Colors Memory Match. It’s loaded with adorable animal characters to play with, and the professional narration will guide them through every step of the process.

If you have a child over the age of seven, this game probably won’t challenge them enough. It’s a pretty straightforward matching game.