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8 awesome paid iPhone apps that are on sale for free today – a $42 value!

Updated Dec 19th, 2018 9:00PM EST
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Happy Friday, everyone! It’s that time of day again when we give you the lowdown on terrific iPhone apps that are on sale for free right now for a limited time. In our latest edition, we’ve cobbled together eight paid apps that would normally cost around $42 but that are completely free to download if you act right now. Check them all out below!

These are paid iPhone and iPad apps that have been made available for free for a limited time by their developers. There is no way to tell how long they will be free. These sales could end an hour from now or a week from now — obviously, the only thing we can guarantee is that they were free at the time this post was written. If you click on a link and see a price listed next to an app instead of the word “get,” it is no longer free. The sale has ended. If you download the app, you will be charged.

Black Rainbow HD

Normally $6.99

Will you survive the impossible!?
For adventurer Helen Stone, the biggest adventure is yet to follow! Help Helen escape the burning village; guide her through the dark and dangerous forests and help the people of Amazonia. The evil behind the curtain is far bigger and dangerous than anyone could have ever imagined. It’s up to Helen to restore the balance in this hidden and unexplored world.

TRY IT FREE, THEN UNLOCK THE FULL ADVENTURE FROM WITHIN THE GAME!

● Find your way out of the dark forest of Amazonia
● Search through dozens of hidden and sacred places
● Help people of Amazonia stop the darkness
● Solve dozens of exciting minigames
● Numerous animated, colorful locations to explore

Download Black Rainbow HD

Video Slimmer App

Normally $2.99

ideo Slimmer App lets you shrink video files filmed on your iOS device to smaller file size while keeping good video quality. With just several taps, you will greatly save the precious space on iPhone iPad or iPod. This video compressor tool makes it possible to easily share, publish and email your iOS videos. It can also merge small video clips or split long videos.

The video files you shot with iPhone 5S / 5C / 5 /4S, the new iPad / iPad 4 /iPad mini are very huge. A 5 minutes video can take up to 0.5G space, with Video Slimmer App, you can save up to 80% space in a snap.

*) Easily Save up to 80% Space
Directly compress or trim videos on your iPhone/iPad/iPod. Generates small videos and movies with fair quality.

*) Batch and Fast Processing

Support multiple thread video processing. You can batch add video sources and slim them down at the same time. Output high quality videos at blazing fast processing speed.

*) Trim or Merge Videos

You can trim long video or merge short video clips. To join short video clips or remove unwanted part of videos with this Video Slimmer App becomes so easy.

*) Rotate Videos

When you play some videos shot with iPhone/iPad on Windows PC, they are in wrong orientation because the Windows Media player software does not process the orientation information in the video file correctly.

With this app, the videos can be adjusted to the correct orientation automatically so they could be played on Windows without any problems.

*) Customize Videos
You can make custom videos using this video tool. For example, you can adjust video dimensions (width/height), video file size, video quality. Various optimized presets, simple tap to apply.

*) Share your Videos on iOS and more

Easier to share converted videos. You can save compressed videos to Camera Roll on iPhone/iPad/iPod, wirelessly transfer to computers using your wi-fi network or open and edit with third party video apps and editors, like the notable iMovie.

Download Video Slimmer

Real Grand Piano

Normally $1.99

The Real piano for your device !

◆◆◆ Main features ◆◆◆
◉ Full 88 key keyboard
◉ 5 Different keyboard instruments (Piano, Grand Piano, Pipe Organ, Harpsichord, Accordion) + 3 Extra Bonus
◉ Single or Dual scrollable keyboard
◉ Supports Audiobus/Inter-App Audio (You can send audio stream to GarageBand or add different sound effects)
◉ MIDI keyboard

Download Real Grand Piano

iPlaniShare

Normally $3.99

iPlaniShare Is The Easy To Navigate Everyday Digital Planner with included Sharing

What makes us different from our competitors is our exclusive planning system which includes our unique Planning Drawer which allows you to quickly enter your ToDos, Project ToDos, or Appointments and then Drag and Drop them to any time on your daily schedule.  Once you have dropped the Appointment or ToDo to a time you easily use two fingers to expand duration of the event! Simple to Create Categories and Organize yourself and your family!   iPlaniShare allows for fast access to reoccurring tasks and appointments. Each app includes the ability to share your daily schedule and ToDos. Sharing occurs with anyone you select, who also has downloaded iPlaniShare and Registered.  This is a great for Families and Small businesses to schedule group functions such as getting everyone rounded up for a movie night or a company conference no matter where each member is 24/7.  When a user joins a event their initials show up next to the event. Saving you time and energy.

This Daily Planner and Life Organizer is intuitively designed to make planning simple and enjoyable. The app syncs via your iPhone or iPad with your iCall, Google calendar, Yahoo calendar and Outlook. Setting up the your calendar is really easy. 1. download the app  2. go to the settings 3. select the calendar you would like to be your main sync-able account and in a few minutes while the app gathers that information you will be able to enter new information and see past appointments. It is a great app for first time planners or those who need a planner for busy social lives and want to stay on track.

It includes all of the major areas that you would like to plan, track and record but in a style that is for day-to-day additions. This app is designed to replace your paper planner while utilizing technical  features that take advantage of your smart phone technology. A clean aesthetic with notes of gentle neutral colors to help segment tasks.

iPlaniShare Feature List: (more free updates to come folks!!! its a great time to get on board).
syncs with your iCal, Google Calendar, Yahoo Calendar and Outlook
Our app’s free calendar sharing feature with other iPlaniShare users.
Free how to videos that explain all the features of the app for easy reference
Customize your Calendar Start Time (when you start your day so will the app)
Customize Time format (12 or 24 hour)
Customize how you want to remove completed ToDos
Set up reminders for ToDo items with customizable repetitive reminder alerts for critical dead lines.
13 Different sections to organize your days:
1. Daily Calendar/Scheduler
2. ToDos
3. List creator
4. Projects Section to prepare/track for upcoming assignments.
5. Weekly Goals Chart
6. Monthly Goals chart
7. Business ledger to enter credits and debits with running total.
8. Personal ledger to enter daily debits and credits for easy check and credit reconciliation.
9. Exercise chart
10. Weekly Meal Planner chart – Helps save money by staying focus on what you need at the store each week.
11. Recipes section – add family recipes or favorites and use a a quick reference at the market.
12. Cleaning chart. Great if you need to delegate chores and important home repairs.
13. Our Sharing section which allows you to add people and select which part of your Calendar, ToDos, and lists you would like your connected people to view.
How to videos WITHIN the app to help you get started.

For Either iPad or iPhone. Current version does not sync between devices. It runs separately on either device.

Download iPlaniShare

Easy Backup Pro

Normally $1.99

* Backup your contacts with one tap! *

MAIN FEATURES
○ Backup your contacts with one tap!
○ Send the backup to your email!
○ Restore contacts easily from any iOS device!

Your contacts are the most important data in your phone which may be lost in seconds.
Easy Backup keeps your contacts in a safe place.

BACKUP
○ One tap to backup your contacts!
○ Quickly export your backups to Dropbox, Google Drive, Email
○ Move contacts between accounts (Exchange, iCloud, Local Address Book)

CLEANUP
○ Find & Merge duplicate contacts!
○ Remove contacts without name
○ Remove contacts without phone & email

AVAILABLE IN 15 DIFFERENT LANGUAGES
English, Español, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Português (Br.), 中文 (Simplified), 中文 (Traditional), 日本語, 한국어, Nederlands, Русский, Türkçe, العربية, עברית

Download Easy Backup Pro

Benjamin Wings HD

Normally $19.99

Pilot one of 3 upgradeable HD Sweep-Wing Jet-Fighter aircrafts during 20 intensely fast and action packed arcade-style HD missions. For the first time in the Benjamin Universe, watch as your HD Jet Fighter transforms before your eyes using Variable-Sweep Wing technology with amazing Retina HD visuals that will take your breath away exclusively on the iOS.

• Next generation of HD Arcade-Style Jet-Fighter experience with HD Variable-Sweep Wing technology that transforms your aircraft in real time right before your eyes in full Retina detail!
• Experience the Benjamin Universe like never before with brand new jaw-dropping HD effects as well as Retina graphics with sights and sounds powered by ultra-fast style of arcade game play!
• True HD graphics and Full Retina support on iPhone 5S and iPad Air in addition to brand new support for iPad Mini with Retina Display.
• Enjoy Simple and Intuitive Controls: tilt your iOS device left/right to steer your HD Jet Fighter around city obstacles while skillfully avoiding enemy missiles.
• Alternatively, for a casual ON-RAILS HD experience: forgo tilting and simply tap your enemies to engage the “Autopilot” while controlling your Afterburner and Weapons with a smooth 2-button interface.
• RPG Style Progression System allows you to FREELY acquire, pilot and level-up 3 unique HD Variable-Sweep Wing Aircraft while unlocking 18 different types of HD Afterburner and Weapon upgrades.
• 20 HD action-oriented campaign missions (including 2 bonus Endless Gauntlet levels) offer over 4 hours of action-packed arcade-style HD Jet Fighter game play.
• Face more than 30 different types of HD enemies, including: modern jets, attack helicopters and GIGANTIC money-packed HD transport aircraft!
• Optional In-App Purchases allow you to skip the RPG grind and instantly acquire any of the playable HD Sweep-Wing Fighter Jets. In addition, you can Restore your existing purchases to unlock content on multiple iOS devices.
• Game Center support: with 7 HD Leaderboards and 18 elusive HD Achievements that demand an additional 10+ hours of game play.
• Team up with friendly AI wingmen in the later stages of the game, and watch as your enemies fall before your elite HD Sweep-Wing squadron.
• Adaptive HD AI and Randomized HD Enemies with Dynamic Difficulty: provide for a near endless replay value, as your opponents constantly change and adapt to your style of game play each time you engage a new or existing mission.

>> Game Play Basics:

Steer your HD Jet Fighter manually by tilting your device left and right, or tap your enemies to engage the ON-RAILS “Autopilot”. NOTE that you must be facing your enemies directly before pressing the right “Weapons/Fire” button. Holding the left “Afterburner” button will transform your aircraft’s HD Sweep Wings allowing you to avoid enemy missiles as well as steer around various city hazards. Remember that the game’s Dynamic On-Screen Tutorial System will always guide you on the right course of action, while prolonged use of the Weapons/Afterburner will cause a temporary overload. Also, note that your Jet Fighter is equipped with automatic repair systems which will activate shortly after you stop taking damage.

Completing missions, earning XP and leveling-up your HD Sweep-Wing Fighter to Level 5 will unlock new playable aircraft for FREE. You may also skip the RPG grind and instantly level-up via the use of optional In-App Purchases. Each In-App Purchase can also be Restored, thus allowing you to instantly unlock playable fighter jets on multiple iOS devices.

Download Benjamin Wings HD

Fit Simply

Normally $0.99

Staying fit should be fun!

Designed for iPhone 5s, 6, 6+, and beyond, Fit Simply uses the motion chip so it doesn’t drain your battery like other apps.

Fit Simply will show your activity for the past few days, even before you installed it. You may have already earned an award!

It’s is like a game you play with friends, or just to challenge yourself—earn Health Points just by moving!

• Simple
No need to tell the app you’re walking or running. Just keep it with you and it will keep a record of your steps, walks, jogs—even on a treadmill!

• Connected
Put your friends through the paces, or accept challenges by others to keep moving. Share your progress on Game Center and other networks.

• Effortless
Staying fit is now easier than ever—You just keep moving, Fit Simply does the rest. See your steps for the past day or week and if you’re active enough.

* Fit Simply uses special hardware in the iPhone 5s and above to track motion without draining your battery. As such, it only works for the iPhone 5s and newer. If you use the badged icon feature, location services may be used, and continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

Download Fit Simply

File Manager App

Normally $2.99

File Manager is the ultimate app to download, organize and view all your files on your iPhone or iPad. It is like the Windows Explorer on your PC or the Finder on your Mac. Always have your important files with you.

DOWNLOAD CONTENT

Getting your documents onto your iPhone or iPad is really easy. You can download your files from your computer using iTunes or import them from Dropbox. You can also open files from E-mail or browse the web for content to download. Import options are:

-iTunes
-Internet
-Dropbox
-Email
-From other apps

ORGANIZE DOCUMENTS

The intuitive user interface is amazing and makes organizing your content just a breeze. The app combines traditional file browsing with a truly touch enabled interface. In detail the app allows you to:

-Print
-Zip and unzip
-Copy files
-Move documents
-Create new folders
-Rename files
-Email files

VIEW FILES

File Manager has a robust viewer for documents such as PDF files, MS Office documents. You can also view images, play your mp3s or watch videos with the in-built players. In total File Manager supports the following formats:

-Powerpoint
-Excel
-Word
-Keynote
-Numbers
-Pages
-Images
-Web Files
-Audio
-Video
-Zip Files

File Manager is a universal app. You can download File Manager for the iPhone and the iPad paying once only. Always have your important files at your fingertips.

Download File Manager App

Brad Reed
Brad Reed Staff Writer

Brad Reed has written about technology for over eight years at BGR.com and Network World. Prior to that, he wrote freelance stories for political publications such as AlterNet and the American Prospect. He has a Master's Degree in Business and Economics Journalism from Boston University.