Apps That Went Free on 2018-02-14

iPhone

iPad

Magnifying Glass & Flashlight

Tekton Technologies (P) Ltd.

Zoom in on just about anything with this convenient utility app.

Those with low vision.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time

Why we picked this?

Sometimes the simplest apps can be the best. Magnifier Flash proves that point. It allows you to zoom in on your subject at up to 6x magnification, and you can light it up with your iDevice’s LED flash. You can even snap a photo of what you’re looking at while zoomed in to save it for later.

You struggle with small text. It’s like having a magnifying glass with you wherever you go.

You don’t have a steady hand.

iPhone

RANE° - Minimalist Weather

Reactor Core, LLC

Find out what it’s going to be like today with Rane.

Those who just want the weather.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time

Why we picked this?

Rane was designed with simplicity in mind. It provides you with the most relevant weather information, so you can just get on with your day. The temperature and other data points are displayed as dots at the top of the screen. Swipe left to right to access additional weather data like dew point, ozone level, wind speed, humidity, and sunrise and sunset times. You’re able to cycle through the information with a tap on the icons.

You’re looking for a beautifully unique weather app.

You want more information. Additional features will cost you via a yearly subscription.

iPhone

iPad

eXtra Voice Recorder Pro

Denys Ievenko

This high quality audio recorder allows you to attach notes to lectures and meetings.

Students and business professionals.

$1.99 $1.99

Why we picked this?

The app provides you with full control over every aspect of your recordings. While recording you’re able to add comments, bookmark important sections, and even sync photos with sections. You can then go back through your recordings to split, trim, and remove unwanted sections. All of your recordings are stored locally, but you can also upload them to your favorite cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and Evernote. Recordings can also be resumed at any time, shared, and searched for by title or comments.

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.

iPhone

Runtastic Heart Rate PRO

runtastic

A fitness app that turns your iDevice into a personal heart rate monitor.

Those interested in finding out if their fitness level has improved.

$1.99 $1.99

Why we picked this?

When measuring your heart rate, just place your index finger over your iDevice's LED flash and camera. The app will display your current BPM in real-time during the test. When the test is complete, you'll have the chance to record when you measured your heart rate, how you felt, and attach any other details. Results can be shared via Facebook, Twitter, or email. The app also includes a daily reminder option, and history that can be filtered.

You’re at all curious about your resting heart rate. It’s surprisingly consistent, allowing you to accurately measure your progress.

You need professional quality results. This isn’t a medical tool replacement.

iPhone

iPad

Dino Rush

Ponytech Games

Help Dundy the dinosaur make his way through the tropical wilderness in Dino Rush.

Fans of endless distance games.

$1.99 $1.99

Why we picked this?

Tap on the screen to cause Dundy to jump and fly over obstacles. You must continue to eat fruit to keep his energy levels and his speed up. Fail to do so and poor little Dundy will run out of energy and pass out. The game includes five worlds to explore, multiple characters to unlock, power-ups, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

Challenging endless distance games like Flappy Bird get you going.

You’re not fond of grinding since all levels aren’t available from the get-go.