Do you find yourself always on the phone? Checking your email, scrolling social media, playing games, texting friends? Sometimes you just have to put that phone down. I have the apps for you!
AntiSocial - This free app, available for Android devices, helps you compare mobile device use with others around the world. You can also view detailed reports of your daily or weekly phone use with easy-to-understand charts and stats.
Screen Stopwatch - See exactly how many minutes you spend on your phone in real-time with the Screen Stopwatch live wallpaper. The stopwatch starts counting every time you unlock your phone, and the numbers continue to add up as long as your device remains open. This free app is available on Android devices
iOS Screen Time - Located in the Settings app, this feature comes built into iPhones and iPads (and can be synced to your Apple Watch). Screen Time tracks your phone use and sends you a weekly report of your average screen time. You can also set limits on certain apps that you most frequent and schedule "downtime" when only phone calls and certain apps are available for use.
Off the Grid - Digital Detox - It lets you lock down your device for a designated period of time, and if you choose to access it before the time is up, the app will charge you a fee. The charges start at $1 and adjust depending on how often you disregard the disconnected period. You can schedule the app to switch to an off-the-grid mode at a specific time each day set up auto-reply messages to let friends know why you're not responding. Free for Android devices
Activity Bubbles - The free Activity Bubbles app provides a visual representation of your daily phone use. Each time you open your phone, a bubble forms on your background. The bubbles grow bigger the longer you stay on your phone, and they continue to add up with each new unlock. Available for Android.
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