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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-04-08

Race down the mountain, digitize and organize your recipes, and turn your iPhone into a desktop clock with today’s collection of apps and games.

Recipes Cook Book - Your recipes in your device
iPhone
Recipes Cook Book - Your recipes in your device

Recipes Cook Book - Your recipes in your device

Karim Hammache

Digitize your favorite recipes with this reference app.

It’s a great way to stay organized.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Recipes is focused on simplicity. You’re able to add your own recipes, and organize them within categories. Each recipe can contain a header photo, a list of ingredients, and step-by-step directions. The ingredients from any recipe can be added to your shopping list with a tap, and recipes can be shared via email. The app also includes a handy temperature and weight converter.

It’s time to do away with all of those recipe cards and go digital with Recipes. The app supports Spotlight search, so you can easily find something to cook tonight.

It’s focused on simplicity almost to a fault. There isn’t a way to backup your recipes or sync them.

The Great Coffee App
iPhone
iPad
The Great Coffee App

The Great Coffee App

Baglan Dosmagambetov

A reference app for the coffee lover.

It will open up a whole new world of drinks.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

You’re provided with a short introduction to 19 of the most popular espresso-based drinks. Each drink is accompanied by a cut-through visual representation so you can see the layers for yourself, a short description, brewing instructions, and a demonstration video. You’re able to favorite drinks, and share them via Messages, AirDrop, Facebook, Twitter, or email. The app also includes relaxing background music, and a quick tutorial.

If coffee is your life, check out The Great Coffee App today. It covers 10 different brewing methods from beginner to expert.

If your preferred style of coffee is something like Folgers drip, skip this one.

Windy White Noise Sleep Sounds
iPhone
iPad
Windy White Noise Sleep Sounds

Windy White Noise Sleep Sounds

Franz Bruckhoff

Block out the world with the sound of wind with Windy.

It’s ideal for those who have enjoyed any of Taptanium’s other relaxation apps like Away, Sunny, and Thunderspace.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Windy combines natural wind recordings with stunning artwork to help you sleep, relax, study, or meditate. It utilizes stereoscopic 3-D audio that’s optimized for headphones, so you can drift off into your own little world. The six natural wind recordings can be mixed with rain, river sounds, birds, and crickets. There’s also a whimsical story embedded within the app, allowing you to follow Windy on her journey to breathtaking locations.

If you find the outside world to be a distraction, give Windy a try. The calming sounds will put you at peace.

The app is focused on the sounds of wind. If you’re interested in different sounds of nature, check out Taptanium’s other relaxation apps.

Animal Math Kindergarten Games
iPhone
iPad
Animal Math Kindergarten Games

Animal Math Kindergarten Games

Eggroll Games LLC

Your little ones can join Emma, the great math explorer, on a journey to explore the big city in this educational game.

It’s for parents with children in preschool, kindergarten, and first grade.

$7.99 $7.99
Why we picked this?

To help each animal travel through the city, your child will need to successfully complete a variety of math activities. Math activities range from adding and subtracting to counting and identifying geometric shapes. The app includes a total of 8 adorable animals to join, and more than 100 activities. It also includes professional narration and instructions, and loads of positive encouragement.

If you want to give your child a head start, Animal Kindergarten Math Games is a must download.

If your early learner doesn’t fit in the age range above, they won’t get much out of the experience.

Downhill Supreme
iPhone
iPad
Downhill Supreme

Downhill Supreme

Reinholds Berzins

Be the fastest cycler down the mountain in this side-scrolling racer.

It’s a fun distraction for fans of sports simulation games.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Pedal across 88 downhill tracks to achieve the fastest possible time. You’re able to utilize tilt, joystick, or button controls to safely navigate your cycler down the hill. You’ll come across huge ramps, rock formations, and drop-offs, which require fast reactions and precise angles to overcome. The game also includes the ability to customize your bike with parts from real manufacturers.

Downhill Supreme is for any and all cycling fans. The realistic physics make it not only challenging but also rewarding.

If you’re easily frustrated, you may want to avoid this one. In order to unlock tracks, you must be able to hit some difficult target times.

Work Time - Elegant desk top clock with calendar and weather
iPhone
Work Time - Elegant desk top clock with calendar and weather

Work Time - Elegant desk top clock with calendar and weather

Nick Fanger

Put your iPhone to good use even when it’s not with this utility app.

It’s ideal for anyone who leaves their iDevice propped up on their desk at work.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Work Time displays the current time and date, a monthly calendar, your upcoming events, and the conditions outside. If you start to get bored with the default theme, you can switch things up by choosing from one of the other 18. The app also includes 12- and 24-hour formats, the ability to customize calendar data, and weather powered by Forecast.io.

Your iPhone or iPod touch makes a perfect desktop clock, so why not use it that way? Seriously. Get a little stand and prop it up.

If you have trouble focusing on work while your iPhone or iPod touch is out of your pocket, leave it in there.