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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-04-16

Get the facts, pilot helicopters, and blend sounds to block out the world with today’s collection of apps and games.

WorldABC — The CIA World FactBook
iPhone
iPad
WorldABC — The CIA World FactBook

WorldABC — The CIA World FactBook

realazy

Learn the basic facts of hundreds of countries and regions with WorldABC.

It’s a vast source of information.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

WorldABC includes facts on every country, dependency, and geographic entity in the world. You’re able to browse through a list of countries, view by rank, search for something specific, or spin the globe. WorldABC provides information on the history, people, government, economy, energy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. Everything is covered here, and all of the data is stored offline.

If you want to be more informed, download WorldABC today. It’s a great way to check your facts.

It’s not a news app. It’s a historical data app.

Noizio — focus, relax, sleep
iPhone
iPad
Noizio — focus, relax, sleep

Noizio — focus, relax, sleep

Kyrylo Kovalin

Blend sounds to block out the world with Noizio.

It’s for those who prefer ambient sounds over binaural.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Noizio includes 15 enchanting ambient sounds: October Rain, Coffee House, Thunderstorm, Campfire, Winter Wind, Sea Waves, River Stream, Summer Night, Sunny Day, Deep Space, Sailing Yacht, Inside Train, Farm, Wind Chimes, and Blue Whales. Sounds can be activated with a tap, and sliders allow you to adjust the intensity of each separately. Your custom mixes can be saved for later use.

If you’re never satisfied with the sounds from similar apps in the genre, check out Noizio.

Noizio is limited to 15 sounds without the possibility to expand upon the library.

Apache SIM HD
iPad
Apache SIM HD

Apache SIM HD

iTechGen

Hop into the cockpit of an AH-64 helicopter and roam the skies in Apache 3D Sim HD.

It’s for anyone who enjoys a good flight sim.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

This flight sim isn’t just about freely roaming the skies and enjoying the scenery. Your helicopter is equipped with some very advanced weaponry like a M230 chain gun and rockets with infrared targeting. You’re able to utilize this heavy weaponry on combat missions that take place above both land and sea, and you can unleash it upon your foes with just a tap. The game includes a total of 17 missions, and loads of camera angles.

If you’ve always been fond of 3-D flight simulation games, check out Apache 3D Sim HD. It has detailed helicopter models and superb flight physics that will make you feel like you’re in the cockpit.

Flight sims are an acquired taste, so if you’re generally not into them, this one will do nothing to change that.

Apache 3D Sim Flight Simulator
iPhone
Apache 3D Sim Flight Simulator

Apache 3D Sim Flight Simulator

iTechGen

Hop into the cockpit of an AH-64 helicopter and roam the skies in Apache 3D Sim.

It’s for anyone who enjoys a good flight sim.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

This flight sim isn’t just about freely roaming the skies and enjoying the scenery. Your helicopter is equipped with some very advanced weaponry like a M230 chain gun and rockets with infrared targeting. You’re able to utilize this heavy weaponry on combat missions that take place above both land and sea, and you can unleash it upon your foes with just a tap. The game includes a total of 17 missions, and loads of camera angles.

If you’ve always been fond of 3-D flight simulation games, check out Apache 3D Sim. It has detailed helicopter models and superb flight physics that will make you feel like you’re in the cockpit.

Flight sims are an acquired taste, so if you’re generally not into them, this one will do nothing to change that.

Paint My Wings
iPhone
iPad
Paint My Wings

Paint My Wings

Toca Boca AB

Your children can paint freely on the wings of butterflies in this art creation app from Toca Boca.

It’s designed for children ages two and up.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Your child will be presented with one of three butterflies, each with their own personality. Fruits of different colors hang down the left side of the screen. Your little one can tap on a fruit to select its color, and then put their finger to the screen to start painting. Whatever pattern they create will appear on the opposite wing, creating enchanting symmetrical designs. The app also includes a wide variety of brushes to choose from, and the ability to interact with the butterflies.

If your child enjoys finger painting, this one is sure to please. Its fun, easy, and mess-free!

The app hasn’t been updated for larger screen sizes, so it’s not ideal for iPhone 5 and above. It looks great on iPad, however.

Toca Doctor HD
iPad
Toca Doctor HD

Toca Doctor HD

Toca Boca AB

Your child can play doctor for the day with this educational game from Toca Boca.

This app will help parents introduce children to the medical profession and human body.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

Toca Doctor is a collection of 21 puzzles and mini-games. Each game focuses on different parts of the human body and features wacky characters. Your child is able to play at their own pace since there aren’t any timer or other stressful elements, so just hand off your iDevice and let them explore.

If your child likes to pretend, let them pretend to be a doctor for a day with Toca Doctor.

It’s a bit limited on content, so children may tire of it quickly.

Toca Doctor
iPhone
Toca Doctor

Toca Doctor

Toca Boca AB

Your child can play doctor for the day with this educational game from Toca Boca.

This app will help parents introduce children to the medical profession and human body.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

Toca Doctor is a collection of 21 puzzles and mini-games. Each game focuses on different parts of the human body and features wacky characters. Your child is able to play at their own pace since there aren’t any timer or other stressful elements, so just hand off your iDevice and let them explore.

If your child likes to pretend, let them pretend to be a doctor for a day with Toca Doctor.

The app isn’t optimized for larger screen iDevices, so if you’re running an iPhone 5 or above, this probably isn’t ideal for you.