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Apps That
Went Free on
2020-04-24

Put together animal puzzles, construct and play with Balloonimals, and measure light levels with today’s collection of apps and games.

GPS Navigation Hiking Compass
iPhone
GPS Navigation Hiking Compass

GPS Navigation Hiking Compass

Alexander Deplov

Store GPS locations and find your way back to them with this navigation app.

Adventurers and travelers alike.

FREE ($7.99) For a limited time FREE ($7.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

We really enjoy using Anchor Point because of its simplicity. Just tap the Add Anchor button to pinpoint your location, and attach a name and icon to it. The location will be stored in your personal list where you can also share it with your friends. When you want to make your way back to your anchor point, just follow the compass or view the directions on the built-in map.

You’re frequently in places where maps fail. Parks, rural areas, parking lots, and such.

Maps is cutting it for you.

Tayasui Tangram
iPhone
iPad
Tayasui Tangram

Tayasui Tangram

Tayasui.com

Put together adorable animal puzzles with Tayasui Tangram.

Creative children who love puzzles and animals.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Tayasui Tangram is one insanely colorful puzzle game. It includes 12 child-friendly animal models to piece together. Once completed, each animal can be interacted with in their own environment. Your child can also create their very own models from scratch using a variety of pieces.

Your child enjoys puzzles and likes to create. It’s beautifully crafted and easy for any child to work with.

Your child isn’t between the ages of three and six.

Plant Light Meter
iPhone
iPad
Plant Light Meter

Plant Light Meter

Studio Nano Ship, Inc.

Measure light levels with Plant Light Meter.

Those with indoor plants.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Give your indoor plants a fighting chance with Plant Light Meter. Determine a potential location for your new indoor plant and launch Plant Light Meter. Then point the camera in the direction of the natural light source. The app will measure the maximum light level value that your plant will receive: very low, low, medium, and high. If you’re unsure of how much light your plant needs, a helpful guide is available in-app.

Your indoor plants are always dying. A lack of light is the second leading cause of death.

You’re utilizing artificial light. This app only measures natural light.

Balloonimal Babies
iPhone
iPad
Balloonimal Babies

Balloonimal Babies

IDEO

Inflate and play with Balloonimal Babies with this entertainment app.

Parents.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Balloonimal Babies is an even more adorable version of the original app. Just like the original, your child is able to inflate and shape balloon animals with taps and swipes. But this time around the cast of characters are all baby versions of animals. Petting the Balloonimal Babies will cause them to perform new tricks like dancing, playing with a ball, and changing colors. The app includes a total of six animals.

You have a child under the age of five.

Your child doesn't fall within the age range.

Balloonimals
iPhone
iPad
Balloonimals

Balloonimals

IDEO

Construct and play with your very own Balloonimals.

Parents.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Balloonimals is pure entertainment for your young child. They’re able to blow into the microphone to inflate the balloon or if that’s not possible they can simply swipe. Shake to cause the Balloonimal to take shape. Balloonimals have a mind of their own, but your child can tap and swipe to cause them to perform different tricks. Playful sound effects add to the overall appeal. The app includes a total of 11 animals.

You have a child under the age of five.

Your child doesn't fall within the age range.