Did you nab an HP TouchPad at the rock-bottom price of $99 or $149? Perhaps you're trying to decide which apps to install. A few more options just popped up, as HP is offering six of its paid apps for free for a limited time.
As detailed on the official HP Palm blog, the apps range from games to birdwatching and they are normally priced from $2 to $14.99. At this point, the promo codes only work in the U.S., but HP promised access for those in other countries soon. The U.S. access codes expire on August 31 at 11:59pm, but HP said a second six-pack of apps will be released in early September.
To access, click the app on your TouchPad, and enter the codes below. Credit-card purchasing must be enabled, though you won't be charged. The apps up for grabs include:
Glimpse: Normally $5, this app is intended to "amp up your TouchPad multitasking" via a customizable, split-screen interface. Code: injoj55410gavxv
Kung Fu Panda 2 Storybook: This app, normally $2.99, brings images and voice from the Kung Fu Panda 2 movie to the TouchPad. Code: eotss76676jjzqr
Big Boss: This game, reduced from $1.99, lets you create a "Boss," or gigantic monster, who you will use to defeat the heroes and wizards of WackyLands. Code: vfimk09918lngoz
SparkleHD: This is a TouchPad version of the popular desktop game, which has players saving Crowberry Woods from attack. Normally $4.99. Code: pweuq32135vrbhx
Camera for TouchPad: This app, usually $0.99, includes options for managing your photos and using them with other TouchPad apps.
Audubon Birds: For bird enthusiasts, this searchable, digital field guide to North American birds is reduced from $14.99. Code: jjiox66488ddnik.
In the wake of HP deciding to ditch its TouchPad tablet, the company as well as retailers like Best Buy and Barnes & Noble started offering the TouchPad at drastically reduced prices; $99 for the 16GB and $149 for the 32GB. A rush ensued; Best Buy is currently sold out, Barnes & Noble had to cancel some orders, and HP is waiting on the next shipment from its warehouse.
For more, see PCMag's full review of the TouchPad. For apps, check out the 20 Best Apps For The HP TouchPad slideshow below, as well as the 10 Great Web Apps for the HP TouchPad.