Independent app developer, Udi Rubinstein introduces Negatives 1.0.0, a new Instagram client for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Negatives provides a new look and feel to the traditional Instagram interface. The app groups photos by the people who uploaded them, so it’s much easier to see who uploaded what and when. Each friend is given a “Negative” that shows all of their photos. The photos are also ordered chronologically where the left most photo is the newest for each friend.

Pyxwise Software’s latest app, Simplex Spelling Phonics – Rhyming With CVC Words, has been featured by Apple as a “Best New App” in the educational category of the US App Store. Simplex Spelling Phonics – Rhyming With CVC Words teaches rhyming, segmenting and blending of over 300 three letter consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words. The app is aligned with many of the US Common Core State Standards for Foundational Skills in Reading for Kindergarten.

Altered Edges, LLC introduces Word Slug 1.1.0, its new game title for iOS and Android devices. Word Slug offers an interactive word game experience with quirky slug characters and head-to-head play. It mixes standard build-a-word play with point bonuses based on the composition of the word. Often the number of tiles played is less important than finding words that match the revolving bonus criteria. Players find the game easy to play yet challenging to master, giving it lasting appeal.

AppEndix LLC today introduces You’re the Detective! 1.0, the latest devilishly delightful collection of picture mysteries from Lawrence Treat. Who stole the jade horse from under Jenny Jackalanda’s nose? What did Cheri’s mysterious letter really say? Who took Minnie Rahrah’s diamond necklace? The clues are in the picture: it’s up to young detective to size up the situation and solve the mystery. Suited for ages 9-11, the detective work is most fun together with friends, parents and family.

Hot Rods Mafia, an interactive, social puzzle game developed by 2 Hammers Studio, officially launches in the App Store. Hot Rods Mafia offers a thrilling storyline about a Mafia Don, Frank, and the user’s servitude to him. Players get a taste of the mafia life by racing the clock and the cops, to collect loot and earn the Don’s trust and approval. Players’ achievements be shared on social networks, and friends can challenge one another to beat their best rankings in the Game Center.

Prominent local software developer Anne K. Halsall kicked off her new mobile app company Flying the Sun with the release of Baby’s Day 1.0, an iPhone app designed to help mothers of young infants keep track of breastfeeding and pumping. No-nonsense timers make tracking feeds simple so you know exactly how much and when your baby is eating. Keep track of your baby’s growth, monitor your milk supply, and troubleshoot problems with detailed logs and charts.

Indie developer Stefano Figurelli today is proud to announce the upcoming release of Pixol for iOS. Do you like playing photographic puzzle games? No? Neither do we… they are boring! But Pixol for iPhone reinvents the genre and takes picture guessing to a whole new level. Pixol is a puzzle game that cleverly extends your Instagram experience while challenging the visual part of the brain. Pixol will be available in the App Store from Wednesday, January 22.

Artist Radar today is proud to announce their updated app Artist Radar 3.0.1. Never miss new releases again! This is what the founders of Artist Radar promise & consequently implement with their free iPhone app. Artist Radar notifies about new releases of favorite artists, whether it comes to singers, actors, authors or bands. Besides artists, users can also follow TV shows. In this case, the app informs as soon as a new episode is available. Each news is accompanied by a direct link to iTunes.

UK-based children’s app reviews site, Apps Playground today introduces Apps Playground’s 100 Best iPad Apps for Kids, its first e-book for iPad, offering parents a guide to the best iPad apps from 2013. Apps Playground’s 100 Best iPad Apps for Kids: 2013 Edition breaks down the site’s favourite apps of last year by category: Creative, Education, Stories, Playful and Games. The e-book aims to provide an accessible guide to apps for iPad-owning parents.

FrivolousTwist today introduces Lexicon Larry’s West Word 1.0, their new game title for iOS devices. Welcome to Lexicon Larry’s West Word, a unique blend of word game and arcade shooter, and all parts fun. The Falling Letter Gang is bringing chaos to the streets of West Word. As the new town Marshal it’s your job to restore order. How? By shooting them, of course. Players form words from an extensive built in dictionary using their wits, their nerves, a little luck, and a couple of six-guns.