Top New iPhone and iPad Apps Released This Week

May 27, 2011 | Andy Boxall

App Store, Top Ten

Top New iPhone and iPad Apps Released This Week

Browsing the App Store this weekend?  If so, here are ten applications released recently.

Hound.

A music search app where you speak the name of a song or band and get previews, tour details, album information and more.  Free.

WordFoto.

An unusual photography app which adds words to your pictures.  Images can be taken in-camera or from the gallery, then shared by email or Facebook.  $1.99/£1.19.

Ink Ball.

A uniquely styled puzzle game where the object is to guide a spot of ink to the inkwell.  Also available for the iPad.  $0.99/£0.59.

Storm in a Teacup.

A universal puzzle platformer for the iPhone and iPad.  This dream-like game has stunning graphics, 40 levels, Game Center and Retina Display support.  $0.99/£0.59.

Star Blitz.

The latest Glu Mobile freemium title is set in space shooter, so prepare for great graphics, intense gameplay and plenty of in-app purchases.  Free.

Drumcircle RH.

A musical entertainment app, where you position note tiles on a board to create a unique sound.  $0.99/£0.59.

Touchgrind BMX.

A BMX stunt sim/arcade game with 3D graphics and realistic physics.  Your best runs can be saved and sent to YouTube too!  $4.99/£2.99.

iChromy.

An alternative web browser for the iPad, which claims to replicate Chrome’s interface and speed.  It also has tabbed browsing.  Free.

Kami Retro HD.

A reworked version of the iPhone platform game for the iPad.  Super-colorful graphics and addictive gameplay!  $2.99/£1.79.

Anodia.

A fresh take on the brick-breaking genre, complete with Game Center support and universal compatibility for the iPhone and iPad.  50% off until the end of the week.  $0.99/£0.99.