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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-04-10

Highlight portions of your photos, drive through the ‘80s, and break keys free from blocks of ice with today’s collection of apps and games.

Bitpoem - Photo Filters and Effects
iPhone
iPad
Bitpoem - Photo Filters and Effects

Bitpoem - Photo Filters and Effects

Bitpoem

Create one-of-a-kind photos with Bitpoem.

It’s for photographers, iPhoneographers, and digital artists.

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

Bitpoem allows you to be selective. Instead of just applying filter upon filter, you’re able to emphasize critical parts of your photo with their own filters and effects. All you need to do is draw over your photo to block off sections or select them. You’re able to layer as much as you wish, even if you’ve already processed your original creation. The app is absolutely loaded with filters, artistic effects, blending effects, textures, and colors.

If you’re tired of the same old thing from your photography apps, check out Bitpoem. No two photos will end up looking the same.

The app is limited to effects and filters. It’s not an all-in-one suite.

Parker Planner Classic (old version)
iPhone
Parker Planner Classic (old version)

Parker Planner Classic (old version)

Parker Planners, LLC

Record and plan every facet of your life with this handy productivity app.

It’s perfect for students, business professionals, and anyone else in need of a single app to manage their lives.

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

The app's main view allows you to see upcoming events for the day, any notes and ideas you may have, and any tasks you need to complete all at once. You're also able to view each of the three separately. Tap once on an open spot on your calendar to add an event or tap twice to add more details. The app syncs with your iPhone's built-in calendar or any of the other popular online options. It also includes multiple themes to choose from, icon badging, and sound effects.

If you’ve always enjoyed physical paper planners, you’re going to love Parker Planner. The company started out as one back in 2006, so they know what they’re doing.

Parker Planner features a built-in to-do list, but you won’t want to use it for reminders, as it lacks scheduling and push notifications.

Neon Drive - '80s style arcade
iPhone
iPad
Neon Drive - '80s style arcade

Neon Drive - '80s style arcade

Fraoula

Race through retro-futuristic tracks in Neon Drive.

It’s for fans of the ‘80s who also love arcade games.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

Neon Drive only includes six levels, but they are painfully difficult to complete. Each level includes its own unique and beautifully retro environment to gaze at, obstacles to dodge, synth music to bounce to, and vehicle to control. Just tap either side of the screen to avoid what’s in front of you.

If you’re a child of the ‘80s, you have to check out Neon Drive. It’ll take you back.

You can’t play the later levels without completely the earlier ones unless you want to pay.

Slide Tetromino Premium
iPhone
iPad
Slide Tetromino Premium

Slide Tetromino Premium

ECO Pawel Jarosz

Collect keys by melting the ice around them in Slide Tetromino.

It’s for fans of sliding puzzle games.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Each level includes a single flame, movable pieces, and very little room to operate in. It’s up to you to slide the pieces every which way in order to create a path from the frozen key to the flame. Levels aren’t timed, but your moves will be counted. The game includes a total of 100 levels.

If you’re looking for a relaxing puzzle game to sink your time into, this is it.

You won’t find any hints here. If you get stuck, you’re stuck.

Relax Rain
iPhone
Relax Rain

Relax Rain

Brighten Studios, LLC

Leave the world behind with Relax Rain.

It’s for those who get distracted easily.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Relax Rain offers a soothing way to unwind. It includes eight different rain sounds: Forest Rain, Heavy Rain, Light Rain, Rain on Tent, Rain Shower, Sprinkle, Thunderstorm, and Wind and Rain. All sounds were recorded in high definition. Just swipe to choose your sound, set the timer, and relax.

If you find the sound of rain to be soothing, allow Relax Rain to drown out the world.

It’s limited to eight sounds, and it doesn’t offer a way to expand upon the library.