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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-12-20

Battle baddies as an armed sock, take audio notes, and create pointillist artwork with today’s collection of apps and games.

Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers
iPhone
iPad
Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers

Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers

Power Place Publishing LP

Battle baddies as one tough sock in Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers.

It’s for fans of pure action.

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

Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers doesn’t hold back. It’s a run and gun action game through and through. Your fully armed sock will go streaking across the colorful environments, and it’s up to you to jump, float, shoot, and dash your way to the finish line. The game includes 30 levels loaded with bonuses, obstacles, and bad guys.

If you’re tired of breezing through easy games, Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers is for you. It checks all of the boxes for action game fans.

You can’t skip ahead if you get stuck.

Audio Notebook Pocket
iPhone
Audio Notebook Pocket

Audio Notebook Pocket

Qrayon, LLC

This note taking app will help you stay on top of all of your classes and meetings with only your iPhone.

It’s ideal for students and business professionals who have trouble keeping up with discussions while taking notes.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Audio Notebook Pocket is able to capture a whole day’s worth of audio while you take thorough notes. When creating a new note, you’re able to title and color code it. Then tap record and start typing. The app features a large, legible font and automatic spellcheck, making it supremely easy to blast out notes. You’re also able to take notes in portrait or landscape orientation. When playing back audio, you’re able to seek and choose various speeds. The app includes unlimited audio recording, customizable categories, the ability to filter notes, and the ability to share notes and recordings via email.

If you struggle with keeping up with your instructors and colleagues, this is the perfect tool for you. It allows you to focus on taking thorough notes while having entire conversations readily available.

It’s only for iPhone. The iPad version will cost you extra.

Feelca D
iPhone
Feelca D

Feelca D

IDEAMP Co.,Ltd.

Capture photos that have a warm, real life feel to them with Feelca Daylight.

It’s for those who miss the good old days.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Feelca Daylight mimics the look of film cameras. You're able to choose between 24 and 36 exposure film. Then line up your subjects and snap away. The app automatically organizes photos as if they were rolls of film. Afterwards you can add a caption, which is presented as a Polaroid-like developed photo, or you can just share photos as they are.

If you take lots of outdoor photos, Feelca Daylight is for you. It has a classic look and feel.

You won’t find any editing options.

Pointillisted - Photo Artwork
iPhone
iPad
Pointillisted - Photo Artwork

Pointillisted - Photo Artwork

Eugene Liu

Create pointillist artwork with Pointillisted.

It’s for those who like to tinker with photos.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Pointillisted allows you to create abstract art with ease. You’re able to choose from four different shapes: rectangle, circle, triangle, and hexagon. The complexity and scale of each point can be adjusted via sliders. Pointillisted even allows you to vary the size by color and isolate by hue, saturation, and brightness.

If you want your photos to stand out, Pointillisted will help you get it done. It provides a bevy of features that will help you unleash your creative side.

Complexity can be an issue, especially with older iDevices.

Country Mouse and City Mouse
iPad
Country Mouse and City Mouse

Country Mouse and City Mouse

McGraw-Hill School Education Group

Learn life lessons with Country Mouse and City Mouse.

It’s for children ages three through eight.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

This interactive book tells the story of two mice that live in very different worlds, but become best friends in spite of it all. Your child is able to learn about the city and the country by interacting with the characters and scenes in the story. They're able to enjoy the tale all on their own or have it read to them.

If you want to instill positive values, this storybook will help get the job done.

It’s short and sweet.