Use your phone less with Offscreen

Break those bad browsing habits

- CARRIE MARSHALL

IT MAY SEEM ironic for an Apple tech magazine to suggest using your devices less, but that's exactly what we're going to do. If you suspect you're spending a bit too much time scrolling or find yourself absentmindedly picking up your phone for no particular reason, Offscreen is here to help you use your device more mindfully. It's great for breaking bad habits like doomscrolling while you walk the dog, or browsing for bargains when you should be in bed.

In addition to providing often surprising information, do we really pick up our iPhone that frequently? It turns out we do, and for far too long. Offscreen can also encourage healthier device habits by using Duolingo-style streaks and challenges. It tracks your device usage in lots of detail, uses Apple's Screen Time Restrictions to restrict apps you choose at times you choose, and it's a focus timer that can help you concentrate on studying or working.

HOW TO Understand your screen time

Pick your goal

Offscreen offers three goals: "Reduce screen time", "Be more focused", and "Build healthy habits". We'll go with focusing here; if you choose the others, Offscreen will use notifications and limits to help you change your device usage.

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