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Apps That
Went Free on
2017-05-26

Enjoy brilliant views, play a game of backgammon, and bat balls with today’s collection of apps and games.

Magic Window - Living Pictures
iPhone
iPad
Magic Window - Living Pictures

Magic Window - Living Pictures

Jetson Creative LLC

Enjoy brilliant views and relaxing soundtracks with Magic Window.

Those who need a distraction from life.

FREE ($2.99) For a limited time FREE ($2.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Magic Window is perfect for your desk, night stand, or Apple TV. It provides unparalleled views from the world around you. Magic Window consists of 22 time-lapse scenes mixed with high quality ambient soundtracks. You’re able to choose scenes or have them randomly displayed. Time and weather data can be placed over the top of scenes. Magic Window includes an alarm clock and sleep timer as well.

You want to see the world. The views are gorgeous.

You’re not a fan of in-app purchase.

3D Pool Game HD
iPhone
iPad
3D Pool Game HD

3D Pool Game HD

Subhendu Behera

Play different variations of pool in 3D Pool.

Gamers who prefer the thrill of competition.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

You’ll find numerous ways to play in 3D Pool. It includes six game types: 8-Ball, 9-Ball, UK 8-Ball, Time Trial, Matrix Mode, and Practice. You’re able to compete locally against an AI opponent or via pass and play. Everyone from novices to seasoned professionals will be able to enjoy the gameplay thanks to three difficulty settings. The accurate physics ensure fair competition.

You love pool.

You don’t know the rules for the various game types and don’t care to learn.

Backgammon Premium
iPhone
iPad
Backgammon Premium

Backgammon Premium

WildCard Classics Inc

A digital version of Backgammon from the same team that brought Gin Rummy, Cribbage, Spite and Malice, and Hearts to the App Store.

Anyone looking to play a game of Backgammon while on the go.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

This is our favorite version of Backgammon in the App Store due to its massive online community. It’s always more fun to play with others, right? You’re able to play turn-based or live games of Backgammon via Game Center. You can choose to play with a friend or see how your skills match up against other players all over the world. The cool part is, you don’t have to sit around and wait to be matched up. You can actually hone your skills against intelligent AI opponents in single player games while you wait for a match to be found.

You love board games. The app includes multiple levels of difficulty, so there will always be a challenge no matter how skilled you are. You’re also able to play two different variations of Backgammon to mix things up. Extensive in-game statistics allow you see how well you’ve played with the rolls you’ve gotten. It’s really all you could ask for in a board game.

The pace of board games in general, or Backgammon specifically, bores you. It also lacks a tutorial, so if you’ve never played before, you won’t really have a clue what’s going on.

ReliCam
iPhone
iPad
ReliCam

ReliCam

Lee Searle

Get full control over how you capture your photos and videos with ReliCam.

iPhoneographers who want to personalize their photos.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

ReliCam allows you to take the best possible photos. It provides you with manual control over focus, ISO, shutter speed, and zoom. Slide your finger left or right to adjust each parameter or use the fine tune controls. ReliCam also provides helpful grid lines when necessary. All captured photos and videos are directly saved to your library.

You want to finesse your photos. The power is in your hands.

The idea of fidgeting with features comes across as tedious.

Multiponk
iPhone
iPad
Multiponk

Multiponk

Fingerlab

When you mix pong and pinball, you get Multiponk!

Fans of arcade gaming.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

The goal of the game is simple enough: Keep the ball from passing by your paddle. But what makes Multiponk awesome is the variety of single and multiplayer game modes. It includes a total of seven modes with 11 bonuses to utilize, creating one hectic space to bounce balls around in. It’s not all about luck either, as you can actually steer the ball by bouncing it off of difference sections of your paddle.

You like multiplayer games. It allows you to play with up to four players on a single device, and all of the wacky bonuses will surely get you under each others’ skin. You can also work on your paddle skills in solo modes.

You’re simply not a fan of pinball or pong in any form.