October 2025 – Joao Frasco

SA Mortality (South African Mortality)

Understand longevity like never before.

SA Mortality is a powerful and intuitive tool that brings South African actuarial mortality tables to life through interactive charts and detailed tables. Designed for actuaries, financial professionals, researchers, and anyone interested in longevity analysis, this app offers a comprehensive view of survival and death probabilities, life expectancy, and mortality trends across various demographics.

Key Features:

• Single Life Analysis:

View age-specific probabilities of surviving and dying for individuals based on gender and income level, using industry-standard South African pensioner mortality tables.

• Joint Lives Functionality:

Calculate and visualise the probability of both lives surviving, only one life surviving, or at least one life surviving over time. Explore how joint survival outcomes change across different combinations of age, gender, and income level.

• Life Expectancy Insights:

Access life expectancy values at every age, clearly presented in both tabular and graphical formats, with underlying calculations rooted in actuarial principles.

• Comprehensive Mortality Tables:

Browse detailed mortality rates by age, gender, and income group. All data is based on officially recognised South African pensioner mortality assumptions.

• Interactive Charts and Clean Tables:

Visualise key longevity statistics with high-resolution, interactive line charts and easily digestible tables, purpose-built for clarity and precision.

• Privacy-Friendly, Distraction-Free Experience:

SA Mortality contains no advertisements, no in-app purchases, and does not collect personal data. It is a one-time purchase, giving you full access to all current and future features.

• Siri Shortcuts for Life Expectancy and Probability of Survival:

SA Mortality allows you to create Siri Shortcuts to calculate your life expectancy and probability of survival, given your inputs for Age, Sex, and level of Income.

Whether you’re evaluating annuity pricing, planning retirements, studying demographic trends, or simply curious about mortality statistics, SA Mortality offers a clean, focused, and authoritative resource.

US Tax (US Tax Calculator)

US Tax – US Federal Income Tax Calculator & Educational Tool

US Tax makes it easy to calculate and understand your US federal income tax. Enter your gross income and filing status to instantly see your tax liability, marginal and effective rates, and net income. Explore historical tax data from 2020-2025 and learn about progressive taxation through interactive charts.

Key Features:

• Fast, accurate federal income tax calculations for all filing statuses

• Comprehensive IRS tax tables and brackets (2020-2025)

• Standard deduction calculations

• Marginal and effective tax rate analysis

• Interactive charts for tax visualization

• Educational insights into progressive taxation

• Historical tax data for comparison and learning

How It Works:

1. Select tax year and filing status

2. Enter your gross income

3. Instantly view your tax calculation

4. Review marginal rates, effective rates, and net income

5. Explore with interactive charts and tax tables

Perfect For:

• US taxpayers exploring tax scenarios

• Students learning about taxation

• Professionals and freelancers

• Financial planning and education

• Understanding progressive tax systems

• Tax season preparation

• Income decision making (raises, bonuses, side income)

US Tax puts tax clarity at your fingertips. Download now and take control of your finances!

**Educational Disclaimer:** This app is for learning purposes only and not a substitute for professional tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.

UK Tax (UK Tax Calculator)

Discover and understand United Kingdom taxation across all regions with UK Tax, your comprehensive educational companion for exploring HMRC tax calculations. Whether you’re in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland, this app makes complex tax concepts accessible and interactive.

PERFECT FOR:

• Understanding how UK progressive tax works across regions

• Learning about Personal Allowance and tax brackets

• Exploring capital gains tax scenarios

• Planning pension withdrawals

• Visualizing marginal vs effective tax rates

• Educational tax exploration and scenario modeling

• Comparing tax systems between UK regions

KEY FEATURES:

REGIONAL TAX SUPPORT

• England, Wales, Northern Ireland: Standard UK rates (20%, 40%, 45%)

• Scotland: Progressive tax system with 7 bands (19%-48%)

• Automatic region selection with accurate calculations

• Historical tax data for each region (2018-2025)

INCOME TAX CALCULATOR

• Interactive gross income slider (£0 to £5M+)

• Personal Allowance with automatic taper for high earners (>£100k)

• Real-time marginal and effective rate display

• Visual charts showing tax progression

• Net income and total tax calculations

• Historical rates from 2018-2025

CAPITAL GAINS TAX

• Multiple investment scenario support

• Annual exempt amount (varies by year: £12,300 for 2020-2024, £3,000 for 2025)

• Automatic rate determination (10%/20% for 2020-2024, 18%/24% for 2025)

• Historical calculations for tax years 2020-2025

• Per-investment breakdown

• Total capital gains summary

• Interactive visualizations

PENSION LUMP SUM

• 25% tax-free allowance (capped at £268,275)

• Marginal rate tax on combined income

• Historical calculations using tax rates from 2020-2025

• Net amount calculations

• Pension pot slider up to £5M

• Visual impact charts

TAX TABLES & HISTORY

• Browse historical HMRC tax rates (2010-2025)

• View tax bands by year

• Compare rates across years

• Understand Personal Allowance changes

• See bracket evolutions

INTERACTIVE LEARNING:

• Beautiful Swift Charts visualizations

• Color-coded tax bands

• Marginal rate (red line) and effective rate (blue line)

• Zoom and explore different income ranges

• Real-time calculation updates

• Current position indicators on charts

EDUCATIONAL FOCUS:

UK Tax is designed for learning and exploration. Understand:

• Progressive tax systems and how they work

• Personal Allowance and the £100k taper

• Marginal vs effective tax rates

• Capital gains exemptions and rates

• Pension taxation rules

• Regional differences in UK tax systems

• How different income levels affect your tax

COMPREHENSIVE HELP:

• In-app guide explains all features

• Tax concept definitions

• Calculation methodologies

• HMRC reference information

• Tips for using the app effectively

• Best practices for tax planning

BEAUTIFUL DESIGN:

• Clean, modern interface

• Intuitive navigation with tab system

• Professional charts and graphs

• Dark mode support

• Accessibility features

• Smooth animations

TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS:

• Built with native SwiftUI

• Swift Charts for visualizations

• Offline functionality (no internet required)

• No ads, no subscriptions

• Privacy-focused (no data collection)

• Regular updates with latest HMRC rates

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER:

This app is for educational purposes. It demonstrates tax concepts using publicly available HMRC information. Actual tax liabilities involve complex factors unique to your situation including personal circumstances, other income sources, reliefs, deductions, and regional variations (Scotland has different tax bands and rates).

Always consult a qualified tax professional or accountant for:

• Personalized tax advice

• Official calculations

• Tax planning strategies

• Self-assessment returns

• HMRC compliance

DOWNLOAD UK TAX TODAY to start exploring and understanding United Kingdom taxation in an interactive, visual way!

MazeCreator

MazeCreator – Watch Algorithms Come Alive

Unleash the thrill of algorithmic discovery!

MazeCreator isn’t just a puzzle—it’s a mesmerizing dance of logic, pathfinding, and visual exploration.

Whether you’re a curious mind, a budding computer scientist, or just someone who loves beautiful patterns and problem-solving, MazeCreator invites you into a world where mazes generate themselves before your eyes—and solve themselves with stunning clarity.

Features:

Algorithm Showdown

Tap a button to let Breadth-First Search (BFS) or Depth-First Search (DFS) navigate the maze. Watch as each algorithm reveals its unique personality:

– BFS calmly expands outward in search of the goal.

– DFS dives deep, following paths to their ends before backtracking.

Learning has never looked so beautiful.

Infinite Mazes, Infinitely Yours

Every maze is unique. Generate new puzzles at the tap of a button—no two are ever the same.

Customize Your Challenge

Use the intuitive slider to shrink or grow cell sizes. Want a simple maze with just a few rows and columns? Or a dense labyrinth to watch the algorithms truly work? It’s all up to you.

Clean. Fast. Delightful.

No ads. No pop-ups. No in-app purchases. Just pure, uninterrupted exploration.

Why You’ll Love It

– A visually captivating way to understand pathfinding algorithms

– The perfect educational companion for students and coders

– Surprisingly relaxing—like watching a time-lapse of intelligence in action

– Completely offline and distraction-free

Whether you’re teaching algorithms, learning them, or just admiring them in action, MazeCreator is the perfect companion. Generate, explore, and marvel—one maze at a time.

Download now and let the algorithms run!

CFOP Learning (Rubik’s Cube Algos)

CFOP Learning – Master CFOP, Patterns & Speedcubing with iCloud Sync

CFOP Learning is the ultimate companion for anyone looking to master the Rubik’s Cube using the CFOP method, explore beautiful cube patterns, and time their solves like a pro. Designed for all skill levels, the app features a comprehensive CFOP case library, interactive learning tools, a professional timer, and seamless iCloud sync to keep your progress safe and accessible across all your Apple devices.

Why Choose CFOP Learning?

Say goodbye to scattered notes and basic timers. CFOP Learning brings together everything you need to learn, practice, and track your cubing journey in one beautiful, modern app. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned speedcuber, you’ll find intuitive tools, visual guides, and advanced statistics to help you improve and enjoy every solve.

Key Features:

• Complete CFOP Library – F2L, OLL, and PLL cases with diagrams and algorithms

• Hide Face/Solution – Practice recognition and memory with interactive tools

• 3D & 2D Visualizations – See cases and patterns from every angle

• 50+ Cube Patterns – Discover and create stunning designs with step-by-step moves

• Professional Timer – WCA-compliant, with 15s inspection, penalties (+2, DNF), and haptic feedback

• WCA Scrambles – Generates official 20-move scrambles for every solve

• Solve History & Stats – Track every solve with time, date, penalty, and scramble

• Real-Time Analytics – Best, average, Ao5, Ao12, and standard deviation

• iCloud Sync – Automatic backup and cross-device access using CloudKit

• Modern Help System – In-app guide, pro tips, and troubleshooting

• Beautiful SwiftUI UI – Responsive, ad-free, and optimized for iPhone, iPad, and Mac

How It Works:

1. Learn: Browse CFOP cases, study diagrams, and practice with memory tools

2. Solve: Use the timer with inspection, scrambles, and penalties

3. Track: Review your history and statistics, synced across all devices

4. Explore: Try new patterns and challenge yourself with advanced cases

Perfect For:

• Beginners learning the cube

• Speedcubers tracking progress

• Anyone who loves patterns and puzzles

CFOP Learning makes learning, practicing, and timing your solves effortless and fun. Download today and take your cubing to the next level!

Far From Home

Far From Home: Explore, Guess, and Discover! #FarFromHome

Unleash your inner explorer with Far From Home, the app that transforms locations into stories and turns distances into thrilling challenges. Whether you’re traveling the globe, navigating your hometown, or simply curious about the world around you, Far From Home is your ultimate companion for exploration, discovery, and fun.

Set Your Home Base

Start by marking your home location—a place that defines where your journey begins. Whether it’s your family home, your dream destination, or even just a temporary stop, Far From Home lets you set and manage multiple home locations. Each is saved with its unique timestamp and address, so your memories are always preserved.

Track and Record

Curious how far you’ve ventured from home? Record your current location at the touch of a button. Each recorded spot is paired with its distance from home, along with a timestamp and address. Build a visual timeline of your adventures and look back on where you’ve been.

Explore Like Never Before

Take your wanderlust to new heights with Explore Locations. This interactive map experience lets you visualize distances from home in any direction. Tap anywhere on the map and instantly discover how far away it is. Perfect for travelers, geography enthusiasts, or anyone with an adventurous spirit.

Challenge Your Sense of Distance

Think you know your distances? Put yourself to the test with Guessing Game! We generate a random target distance, and your job is to guess where it could be by tapping the map. Zoom, pan, and strategize as you try to get within range of the target distance. It’s a fun, educational way to challenge yourself and learn about the world.

Features You’ll Love

• Vivid Maps and Visuals: Beautifully designed maps with customizable pins for your home, current, and recorded locations.

• Interactive Gameplay: Sharpen your spatial awareness with the thrilling Guessing Game.

• Rich Insights: Each recorded location includes precise distances, detailed addresses, and timestamps.

• Dynamic Colors: A stunning and vibrant interface that works seamlessly in both light and dark modes.

• Seamless Cloud Integration: Your locations and data are saved securely to iCloud, accessible across your devices.

• No Ads!

Why Choose Far From Home?

Far From Home isn’t just a utility—it’s an experience. Whether you’re a geography buff, an explorer at heart, or simply someone who loves learning through play, this app is designed for you. From casual users to seasoned adventurers, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Discover the World in New Ways

No matter where you are, Far From Home makes every journey exciting. Start recording your locations today, challenge your perception of distance, and let the world surprise you.

Share your adventures on social media with the hashtag #FarFromHome to showcase how far you’ve traveled and see how you stack up against others. Let’s find the ultimate farthest-from-home champion together!

Download Far From Home now and see how far you’ve come!