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technology2 months ago•118 min saved

Apple's iOS 17 unlocks a built-in, distraction-free 'dumb phone' mode

Tom's Guide explains that iOS 17 includes Assistive Access, a built-in feature that can turn an iPhone into a distraction-free device by restricting it to a few apps (Calls, Messages, Maps, Camera) and locking the setup with a four‑digit passcode, making it practical for kids or anyone seeking a digital detox; to enable it, go to Settings > Accessibility > Assistive Access > Set Up Assistive Access, then pick apps and choose a preferred appearance (Grid).

via Tom's Guide|

#accessibility #apple #assistive-access

technology3 years ago•4 min saved

The Rise of Dumbphones: A Trend Among Gen Z and Parents Alike.

The author misses the simplicity of a basic phone and believes that smartphones have made things worse for our attention spans, mental health, and relationships. The author wants the cheap dumb phone to make a comeback, and is excited that more Gen Zers are embracing it. The author believes that we need something to help us temporarily disconnect from a fake digital world so we can be more connected to the real one.

via The Verge|

#addiction #distraction #dumb-phone