BargainBin keeps you on top of app sales
In a perfect world, every iPhone app would be free, fun, and washed in unicorn tears -- but alas, that's not the case (and just as well for the app developers trying to make money on the store). With more than 65,000 applications available, it's hard to tell what's worth the money and what isn't. In addition, developers are constantly updating their apps, changing prices, adding features and so on.BargainBin [iTunes Link] is here to help (and it's free). The free application constantly watches over the App Store and lets you know when items go on sale. In the latest update of the app, you can now even receive push notifications whenever a price drop or sale occurs. In addition, you can view screenshots and descriptions of the apps right within BargainBin.
Users can set up a "watch list" that will inform them of changes to specific apps they're looking for or you can broaden your scope and have BargainBin keep you informed on changes to your favorite type of apps instead.
Sporting a nice custom interface, many customizable settings and filters as well as push notifications, BargainBin is a great addition for those looking to score great apps for low prices.
Here's a few shots of BargainBin in action:
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In a perfect world, every iPhone app would be free, fun, and washed in unicorn tears -- but alas, that's not the case (and just as well for...
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Okay, I give up. What am I missing? How do I search for a specific app? I can't find the search function. Also, any time I try to access the Watch List, it gives me the annoying "Oh no! Your watch list could not be loaded. Please try again later." Every. Time.
August 22 2009 at 1:24 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyIn the photo, I just see the price cheap on top not early.
Maybe I can do the same thing in http://www.discount-laptop-battery.co.uk/
Nothing compares to Pandora Box, just tried Bargain now, shows only 1 app with reduced price to free for today, Pandora showed around 10 more, so Ill stick with the other one.
August 18 2009 at 6:51 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyIn your watch list click on additional notifications at the bottom of the screen. You can add push notifications for apps gone free, bargain, or on sale at all. You can then choose from all price changes or just those of popular apps.
August 17 2009 at 7:13 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI have noticed their apps are not up to date. I was looking for Remail, which was listed in BargainBin. It was not found at the App store. The app store carried Remail2, but had no listing for Remail.
August 17 2009 at 11:24 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyMmmm... this app isn't working for me, doesn't show any app while i'm browsing through the categories. I can only use the watch list. Any suggestions?
August 17 2009 at 7:11 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyHmm, if you go into the category view you should be able to see price drops in any category you specify. Works fine on my end. Did you try relaunching the app?
August 17 2009 at 7:16 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply"....keep you informed on changes to your favorite TYPE of apps instead..."
I don't see anywhere within the apps where I can add specific types of apps to the watchlist. I.e Finance categoy.
@Chuck: I meant that if you're not sure of the specific application you want notifications on, you can see apps of a specific category. This is done by selecting a category from the main page of the application. At this time, the entire group cannot be added to a watch list. Apologies for not being clearer.
August 17 2009 at 5:51 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyYes this app is amazing. I use is everyday.
August 17 2009 at 4:25 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyHot Apps on TUAW
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