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Apps That
Went Free on
2017-12-23

Talk to Carl, navigate without an internet connection, and flex your brain muscle with today’s collection of apps and games.

Track and Field Combined Events Calculator
iPhone
iPad
Track and Field Combined Events Calculator

Track and Field Combined Events Calculator

Kurtis Pritchard

Calculate track and field scores with this handy reference tool.

Parents, coaches, and athletes.

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

Track and Field Combined Events Calculator will help you achieve your best. The app allows you to quickly calculate scores for indoor and outdoor decathlon, heptathlon, and pentathlon events. You’re also able to create goals, save track meets, view personal bests, and convert between Imperial and Metric units. If you’re in need of a little extra motivation, you can also check out the world records for each event.

You frequently compete in track and field events.

You have no interest in track and field.

Pocket Earth PRO
iPhone
iPad
Pocket Earth PRO

Pocket Earth PRO

GeoMagik LLC

Always know where you’re going even without an internet connection with Pocket Earth.

Those who travel outside of their cellular service area or those who are concerned about going over their data limit.

$5.99 $5.99
Why we picked this?

No matter where you are, Pocket Earth will help you find your way thanks to its huge database that includes more than 100,000 locations and points of interest. Before heading out on your adventure, we recommend downloading your maps ahead of time. The storage space they take up is remarkably small. You’re able to search maps while offline, create routes, pin locations, share your current location, and even receive turn-by-turn directions.

You’re an adventurer. You’ll never be lost again.

You need topographic map data. It’s an additional purchase.

Brainbean - Brain Games
iPad
Brainbean - Brain Games

Brainbean - Brain Games

Tanner Christensen

Flex your brain muscle with Brainbean.

Those ages 10 to 110.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Brainbean contains a collection of eight puzzle, memory, drawing, and word games that will play with your brain. The games are all based on scientific creative exercises, and last only about a minute each. They’ll help build creative confidence, test your working memory, boost problem solving skills, and much more all while providing oodles of entertainment.

Parents, teachers, or just someone who wants to get their creative juices flowing.

You intend to entertain toddlers.

Dayless - Simple Diary App
iPhone
Dayless - Simple Diary App

Dayless - Simple Diary App

minhee choi

Keep a daily diary with Dayless.

Those who want to start keeping a diary.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Dayless provides a remarkably easy way to collect your thoughts and memories. Simply tap on any day of the week, whether it’s past, present, or future, and record something. Present day entries can include a time stamp, and future entries can include an alarm. You’re also able to quickly jump around the calendar via a toolbar at the bottom. Dayless includes iCloud support, search, Touch ID support, and the ability to export diary entries.

You’ve never been able to stick with keeping a diary. Dayless makes it easy.

You want power user features like the ability to attach photos, audio recordings, and tags.

Atom Run
iPhone
iPad
Atom Run

Atom Run

Fingerlab

Take control of Elgo, a sophisticated robot prototype, and find all of the atoms and molecules for creating new life in Atom Run.

Fans of platformers, especially those with MFi game controllers.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

The year is 2264. An unprecedented disaster has put an end to all life. It’s up to you to run, jump, and push your way through a mechanical world in order to collect atoms and molecules to restore life before it’s too late. You’re able to control Elgo via precise on-screen controls, or you can utilize an Apple-approved game controller. The game includes multiple zones and levels to play through, crisp 3-D graphics, original music from King Q4, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

You’re looking for a challenge. Atom Run isn’t just a regular platformer; it’s all about the speed runs.

You prefer more casual games. Atom Run can be a bit difficult since you need to not only beat the clock but also collect the atoms and molecules to unlock later levels.

Visual Math 4D
iPhone
iPad
Visual Math 4D

Visual Math 4D

Ronny Weidemann

Visualize functions with VisualMath 4D.

Students and engineers.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

VisualMath 4D is a professional graphical calculator. It allows you to browse through a collection of built-in functions like trigonometrical, rounding, and sum and product or you can compute your own. Functions can be drawn in 2-D, 3-D, and 4-D all with a time variable. You’re also able to save your functions, rotate and zoom in on the graph in three dimensions, and display multiple graphs at once.

You’re in need of a professional graphing cal calculator. It’s loaded with features and functions.

You have no use for scientific functions.

Farm Games Animal Games for Kids Puzzles for Kids
iPhone
iPad
Farm Games Animal Games for Kids Puzzles for Kids

Farm Games Animal Games for Kids Puzzles for Kids

Eggroll Games LLC

Join Lily on the farm and put together puzzles in Animal Farm Puzzle.

The whole family.

$3.99 $3.99
Why we picked this?

You’re able to choose from nine farm-themed puzzles. Each puzzle can be broken up into as few as four pieces and as many as 24. Puzzles can include a background, and you’re able to overlay outlines in order to make fitting in the pieces a little easier. Completed puzzles can be interacted with, creating a fun environment to play in. An option is available to completely skip putting together the puzzles and jump straight to the interactive scenes.

You want something accessible for everyone from toddlers to elementary age children.

You desire competitive elements.

Talking Carl
iPhone
iPad
Talking Carl

Talking Carl

Tayasui.com

The one and only Talking Carl is ready to hang out. Are you?

Children of all ages.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Carl is an adorable little red creature with an appetite for interaction. You’re able to poke, pinch, tickle, spin, and even strike him with lightning. Just be warned, he’s not overly fond of that last one. Carl’s also a talented musician, as he’s able to play a wide variety of instruments. You’re able to speak into your iDevice’s microphone as well and have Carl repeat what you say in his own unique way.

Your child loves interaction. There’s no one like Carl.

You’re easily annoyed. As long as someone is talking to Car, Carl never stops talking.