Apps That Went Free on 2017-01-22

iPhone

iPad

Photo Transfer 3.0 wifi - share and backup your photos and videos

Yevgen Plokhoi

Easily transfer photos and videos between all of your iDevices and computers with this utility app.

It’s for those who want to ditch the cord.

$2.99 $2.99

Why we picked this?

If you're transferring to another iDevice, both need to have Video and Photo Transfer installed. If you're transferring to a computer, you just need to point your browser at the web address provided by Image Transfer. The app also allows you to preview photos, share them in batches, and upload them to Dropbox, GoogleDrive, or Flickr.

If you want a way to quickly move photos and videos between devices, you won’t find a better app. The interface is dead simple, and everything works without a hitch.

If your preferred method of sharing photos and videos is via email, skip this one. It isn’t an option.

iPhone

iPad

AdBlock

FutureMind

Get rid of annoying ads and trackers with AdBlock.

It’s really for anyone running iOS 9 or 10.

$1.99 $1.99

Why we picked this?

Tired of wasting data, speed, and battery life on unwanted content? Then install and enable AdBlock today. The process is really simple. Just launch the Settings app, tap on Safari, tap on Content Blockers, and then enable AdBlock. You’re also able to create your own list of blocked domains and sync your filters via iCloud.

If you’re tired of ads and pop-ups, download AdBlock today.

It works most of the time, but when it doesn’t, it can be frustrating.

iPhone

iPad

Lumiè

Nostalgika LTDA - ME

Transform your photos with magical forms of light with Lumie.

It’s a lot of fun for social photographers.

$1.99 $1.99

Why we picked this?

Lumie is the only app truly dedicated to the popular Bokeh blur effect. You're able to import any photo from your library or take a new one within the app. Then swipe to scroll through the huge list of 121 lighting effects. Tap on the one you want to apply it to your photo or live camera feed. Each effect can be repositioned and rotated, and you can adjust the intensity level of the lights. Once everything looks just right, share your new creation via Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Flickr, or email.

If you’re looking for a subtle and beautiful way to make your photos stand out, Lumie provides it.

While the effects are customizable, you can’t create your own text.

iPhone

iPad

Slide Tetromino Premium

ECO Pawel Jarosz

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

Slide the pieces every way in order to create a path

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.

iPhone

iPad

Jigsaw Wonder Polar Bears for Kids

Eggroll Games LLC

Put together breathtaking arctic puzzles in Jigsaw Wonder Polar Bears.

It’s for the whole family.

$1.99 $1.99

Why we picked this?

You won’t be able to resist the charm of this jigsaw puzzle game. Each of the 33 jigsaw puzzles features a polar bear photo to reconstruct. The jigsaw puzzles can be broken up into as few as four pieces and as many as 24. You’re also able to choose whether or not you want a colored background and outline hints. What more could you ask for?

If you you and your family are into wildlife photos, you need Jigsaw Wonder Polar Bears installed on your iDevice.

The game doesn’t include any competitive elements. You’re simply able to put together puzzles at your own pace.