#digital-well-being
#digital-well-being

1 week ago

Why the Tech Industry Shouldn't Shape Human Intimacy

The goals of tech companies may conflict with individual well-being.

Video games

fromGameSpot

2 weeks ago

Roblox Will Request Video Selfies To Estimate Players' Age

Roblox introduces age verification with video selfies to enhance safety for its primarily minor player base.

fromThe New Yorker

2 weeks ago

Gentle Parenting My Smartphone Addiction

Opal is an app that helps manage smartphone usage by scheduling app blocks to reduce distractions.

Stop putting your phone face up on the table - here's why

Reclaiming your privacy is crucial in an increasingly exposed world, as even the briefest glance at your phone screen can reveal sensitive information.

Digital life

Why I always put my phone face down on a table - and it's not just about being polite

Keeping your phone face down can enhance privacy and focus while extending device lifespan.

Why you should always put your phone face down on a table (hint: it's not just about being polite)

Placing your phone face down is a small change that can have surprising ripple effects on your digital well-being and device health.

Digital life

How I turned my Apple Watch into a dumbphone (and why you should, too)

Smartphones' endless distractions have prompted rising interest in dumbphones as alternatives, as users seek respite from screen addiction, indicating a market shift.

Wearables

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

How We're Adapting to Our Digital Lives-and Thriving

Digital habits can promote well-being, contradicting common beliefs that technology always harms mental health.

Younger generations are creating strategies to use technology positively.

2 months ago

Handheld gadget concept lets you go on a digital detox while being connected - Yanko Design

OFFit is a compact digital device designed to promote digital well-being by allowing users to control their app access and exposure to harmful content.

Digital life

fromIrish Independent

2 months ago

I bought my 12-year-old son the new 'boring' Balance Phone to keep him off social media. Here's what happened

The Balance Phone boasts the sleek look of a Samsung, but has limited online access and blocks all social media and gaming apps.

Parenting

fromHackernoon

4 months ago

Yorba, Rocket Money, YNAB, Quicken, or Monarch Money: Which One's the Best for You? | HackerNoon

Yorba and Rocket Money are top choices for tracking subscriptions, each offering unique features that cater to user needs.

#mental-health

3 months ago

Mental health

Why Your Constant Phone Checking Is Digital Self-Harm

Constant distraction from phones harms mental health.

Excessive phone use is linked to anxiety and loneliness.

Reducing phone usage can exceed antidepressant effects.

Mindful scrolling can help combat compulsive behaviors.

fromNew York Post

5 months ago

Changing this smartphone setting for just two weeks significantly improves health and well-being

Reducing smartphone internet usage can significantly improve mental health and focus.

Mental health

3 months ago

Why Your Constant Phone Checking Is Digital Self-Harm

Constant distraction from phones harms mental health.

Excessive phone use is linked to anxiety and loneliness.

Reducing phone usage can exceed antidepressant effects.

Mindful scrolling can help combat compulsive behaviors.

fromNew York Post

5 months ago

Changing this smartphone setting for just two weeks significantly improves health and well-being

Reducing smartphone internet usage can significantly improve mental health and focus.

Opera's Latest Browser Is Here to Make Your Internet Experience Less Stressful

Opera Air is a new browser designed to improve online well-being through features that encourage breaks and relaxation.

fromThe Verge

3 months ago

This '90s-esque social media site only works for three hours a day

Seven39 offers a refreshing take on social media by creating a limited, finite interaction window, eliminating addictive scrolling and fostering genuine engagement.

fromTechCrunch

4 months ago

How to stop doomscrolling | TechCrunch

Doomscrolling negatively impacts mental well-being, making awareness of tech's influence crucial for breaking the habit.

fromFast Company

4 months ago

Social media addicts: Here are tips to stop wasting time on apps

Smartphone addiction is challenging to manage, particularly for young people; deleting unnecessary apps can help reduce screen time.

fromNatural Health News

8 months ago

Are you suffering from digital dependency? 4 keys to a successful detox

"Finding replacement practices is essential during a digital detox, helping individuals cope with feelings of withdrawal. Engaging in offline hobbies can enhance the experience and provide a necessary distraction."

Alternative medicine