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Apps That
Went Free on
2017-10-02

Record meetings and lectures, outrun the apocalypse, and ease your brain into wakefulness with today’s collection of apps and games.

Fred O'Clock: Alarm Clock with Retro Games
iPhone
Fred O'Clock: Alarm Clock with Retro Games

Fred O'Clock: Alarm Clock with Retro Games

Komperio

Ease your brain into wakefulness with Fred O’Clock.

Those who mash the snooze button.

FREE ($1.99) For a limited time FREE ($1.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Fred O’Clock will help you get your day started on the right foot. It includes a retro memory game that must be completed before you can begin your day. The snooze button won’t be able to save you anymore. Simply set the alarm with a right to left swipe across the clock face. Fred O’Clock doubles as a delightfully colorful bedside clock as well.

You’re not a morning person.

You want something other than a memory game to play. Additional games are only available via in-app purchase.

Doomsday Craft
iPhone
iPad
Doomsday Craft

Doomsday Craft

Charles J. Carr

Outrun the apocalypse in Doomsday Craft.

Fans of arcade games.

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

Doomsday Craft offers enough bite-sized gameplay to last a lifetime. Doomsday has arrived, and the only way to escape it is behind the wheel of some crazy vehicles. Tilt your iDevice to navigate terrain that’s littered with obstacles. Aim for the speed boosts in order to stay ahead of the impending doom. While fighting for your survival, you’ll also want to pick up as much ore as possible, as it’s the only way to upgrade your vehicle or purchase new ones. The game includes 36 vehicles in all to unlock.

You enjoy challenging high score games.

You prefer deep gameplay.

Voice Record - Memos
iPhone
iPad
Voice Record - Memos

Voice Record - Memos

Li Zhu

Record and manage everything from meeting notes to lectures with Voice Record.

Students and business professionals.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

Voice Record features a fresh, minimalist design and is yet somehow packed with features. Tap record and watch as the waveform dances to whatever it hears. Tapping the tag icon will place a bookmark in the recording, allowing you to easily jump to different points later on. Recordings can be played back at various speeds, and you’re able to repeat sections and even set a timer to stop playback after a specified duration. The app also allows you to share recordings or save them directly to your library.

You need more control over your audio recordings and how they’re managed. It’s loaded with bells and whistles.

The native audio recording app in iOS is good enough for you.

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.

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.

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

You want to teach your child math concepts other than division.