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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-09-28

Connect the lines to solve puzzles, move from circle to circle, and stream music from the cloud with today’s collection of apps and games.

Colorminis Kids : 3D Coloring
iPhone
iPad
Colorminis Kids : 3D Coloring

Colorminis Kids : 3D Coloring

Figuromo Studio LLC

Create your own doll from scratch with Simply Missy.

It’s easy enough for kids, but fun for everyone.

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

You begin with a basic clay model. A toolbar across the top of the screen allows you to select different parts of the doll in order to customize it. You’re able to change the color and material type for everything from your doll’s bows to her shoes. At any time during the creation process you’re able to preview your doll in full screen with just a tap. When you’re finished, you’re able to save your doll and use it wherever and however you wish.

If you want to stoke your child’s creative side, this is a neat way to go about it. There’s really nothing like it in the App Store.

Younger children will struggle with the interface’s many small buttons.

"Klocki"
iPhone
iPad
"Klocki"

"Klocki"

Maciej Targoni

A relaxing puzzle game from the developer who brought you Hook and oO.

It’ll keep you on your toes.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Klocki is all about connecting lines. Each puzzle has a jumble of tiles that aren’t in order. Tap to select a tile and tap another to swap them out. The goal is to create completed lines from every last tile. Things start to get complicated when 3-D shapes are added since you must take into account corners and intersections. Best of all, you can solve puzzles at your own pace since the game lacks timers.

If you’re a fan of logic-based puzzle games, you have to check out Klocki. Not only are the puzzles engaging, they’re also easy on the eyes.

It lacks competitive elements.

"HOOK"
iPhone
iPad
"HOOK"

"HOOK"

Maciej Targoni

A meditative and calming puzzle game.

Hook is for puzzle fans who enjoy going at their own pace.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Hook is void of menus, tutorials, timers, and achievements. Just launch the game and enjoy the calming experience. The basic idea is to tap on circles to reel in their lines and create new pathways for the other lines to go. If a line gets hooked on another, you’ll have to start the level over.

If you enjoy minimalist games, Hook will be a great addition to your collection. Put your feet up, listen to the calming sounds, and start solving puzzles.

If you’re the competitive type, it’s likely that you won’t get hooked on Hook.

oO
iPhone
iPad
oO

oO

Maciej Targoni

An arcade game that has you moving from interconnected circle to interconnected circle in order to reach the end.

It’s for arcade gamers who like to be challenged.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Don’t let the minimalist graphics fool you, this is one difficult game. You’re put in control of a little white ball as it spins round and round circles. Each circle is interconnected, allowing you to move from one to another by tapping to shift from the inside to the outside. If you mistime your tap, your white ball will be placed at the nearest checkpoint. Things get really complicated when spikes are introduced, requiring you to constantly move in and out of circles to avoid certain death.

If you like competing for high scores, oO is the perfect game for you. Well, actually, you won’t be competing for any high scores here. Just the least amount of deaths.

If you do not like frantic, high octane action, you will not have much fun playing oO. Trust us.

Division Flashcard Match Games for Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade
iPhone
iPad
Division Flashcard Match Games for Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade

Division Flashcard Match Games for Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade

Eggroll Games LLC

An educational game that actually makes building math skills and learning to divide fun.

It’s designed for children in grades second through fourth.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

Division Flashcard Match Games is loaded with positive reinforcement. It will help your child learn to divide by having them play a variety of memory matching games. You’re able to choose the best number range for your child’s skill level, but no matter which you choose your child will be able to hear the numbers and equations as they are touched. After each round, they’ll receive positive feedback and balloon popping rewards. Hints are available along the way, and “Show Me” and “Peek” features make it even easier for young learners to enjoy.

If you’re a parent or teacher looking for a better way to get your children excited about math, you’ve found it. It strictly adheres to Common Core Standards for third grade math, so you can rest assured the content is appropriate.

This is strictly a game about division. You won’t find other math concepts here.

Eddy Cloud Music Player  & Streamer Pro
iPhone
iPad
Eddy Cloud Music Player  & Streamer Pro

Eddy Cloud Music Player & Streamer Pro

Capable Bits

Stream music from the cloud with Eddy.

It’s ideal for music lovers who utilize Dropbox, Box, Google Drive, or OneDrive.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Eddy allows you to tap into all of your favorite online storage services at once. You can then stream any MP3, AAC, M4A, WAV, AIFF, or M4R files located within. Your files can be copied, moved between cloud services, renamed, and even downloaded for offline play. The app also includes search, AirPlay support, and the ability to create playlists.

If you’re out of local storage on your iDevice, try storing your tunes in the cloud. It doesn’t matter what your cloud service of choice is, Eddy handles them all with ease.

Eddy requires access to every corner of your cloud service. If privacy is a huge concern of yours, you may want to skip this one.