As new iOS apps flood the App Store every day — recently topping 1,000,000 — we know it’s tough to tell which ones are worth their salt. But thanks to our Weekly Scoop, you can have the best for free! Here you’ll find a weekly roundup of the coolest apps free or at a discount for a limited-time only. Each week features the best and brightest from websites like Free App Report, AppsGoneFree, appsfire, and more.
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1. Virtual Piggy Mobile(free)
Virtual Piggy is a great app that helps kids and teens learn how to save, spend, and give online under close parental guidance. Having this “digital wallet” for the family allows parents the ability to approve transactions kids want to make so that money is spent wisely and responsibly.
2. Tweetbot 3 for Twitter($2.99)
Offered at a discount for a limited time only, this app is a full-featured Twitter client that’s been redesigned to work with iOS 7. This version has a look and feel that integrates beautifully with that of iOS 7, but it’s also faster and has more features!
3. GiftPlannerfree)
This is the perfect app for holiday shopping! Easily keep track of your gift ideas, stores, prices, purchase statuses, order and tracking numbers, and more in one app. GiftPlanner also allows you add gifts to your list straight from your web browser, keep track of birthdays and anniversaries, and watch your budget.