Apps That
Went Free on
2020-03-27

Sayings Master allows you to improve your language skills in an entertaining way. In each level you’re presented with a collection of words that must be unscrambled. Tap on the words in the correct order before time expires to move on to the next. Each mistake will cost you precious seconds, so move quickly but efficiently. The game also includes an online multiplayer mode, and achievements and leaderboards.

Kompressor is a handy extension that makes quick work of compressing images. You’ll first need to activate the extension by following the directions within the app. Then any time you need to compress an image, simply activate the extension via the share function. Kompressor can compress images three levels depending on the size you need to achieve, and you can preview the newly compressed image in real time.

Funnel provides an overview of what’s happening all around the world. You’re able to choose from seven news sources including BBC, NPR, VOA, and CBC. Funnel will then provide you with hourly audio news summaries that can be played in the background. The app is also able to send notifications when new content is available.

Join the Beast on an alphabet adventure. Swipe to move through 26 highly interactive hand-drawn scenes starring the Beast and his friends. Voiceovers by the author of The Lonely Beast provide help with pronunciation. The app also includes original music by Simon Judge, and audio and visual feedback for letters.

The Beast loves to count everything in his home, from rubber duckies to sheep to his breakfast eggs. Your child gets to join him in the process by interacting with colorful, hand-drawn scenes. As they tap on the objects in each scene, they will hear the narrator count up. The app includes a total of 12 scenes to work through.

Monument Valley 2 is the visually stunning sequel to Apple’s Game of the Year 2014. Tap to guide Ro and her child along paths and to the end goal. The way forward won’t always be obvious, so you’ll have to rotate and slide platforms to discover illusionary pathways. The original melodic soundscapes provide a perfect backdrop to the surreal meditative puzzles.

Lara Croft GO takes you on an adventure through ancient ruins to uncover the myth of the Queen of Venom. Simply swipe to move along the path and tap to activate switches and other objects. During the journey you’ll have to solve complicated puzzles, escape deadly traps, and fight menacing enemies. Discover and collect hidden ancient relics to unlock new outfits for Lara. The game includes 115 puzzles, eye-popping visuals, and an original soundtrack.

Polca BW turns your iPhone into a classic film camera. It offers three shooting modes: first stage lamp, second stage lamp with a weak damage effect, and third stage lamp with a coffee stain damage effect. To access each mode, simply hold the shutter button for longer durations. Polca BW also includes the ability to apply a border and a date stamp.

Jump into Peppa’s wonderful world and enjoy a fun-filled outdoor adventure. You and your child will be able to take part in egg laying competitions, complete mazes, jump in puddles, complete jigsaw puzzles, and more. During the adventure you’ll be able to collect stickers for your scrapbook.