Google’s new apps are about reining in screen time
The five so-called experiments build on the company's Digital Wellbeing tools.
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Apple may bring Siri Shortcuts and Screen Time to macOS
It seems to be pushing macOS and iOS even closer together.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
ActionDash brings 'digital well being' tracking to more Android phones
Google's Wellbeing app only works on Pixel and Android One devices.
Japan thinks smartphones are destroying students’ eyesight
The amount of Japanese students with less than 20/20 vision is at at its peak.
Google adds screen time management to Chromebooks
Parents have more control over how kids use laptops following a Family Time update.
Google rolls out Digital Wellbeing tools for Android
Digital Wellbeing tracks screen time and offers app usage limits.
Bumble adds a 'Snooze' feature to encourage digital detox
It's just the latest company to recognize the perils of screen time.
YouTube adds watch time totals to its digital wellness features
You can see today's, yesterday's and the past week's totals.
Even teens are worried about how much they use their smartphones
A report comes on the heels of tech companies' efforts to manage screen time.
Facebook and Instagram test a 'do not disturb' feature
Instagram will also now let you know when you’ve seen all recent posts.
Facebook will soon let you know how much time you spend 'socializing'
An unreleased tool in the code of its Android app shows time spent per day and week.
Instagram will show how much time you waste looking at food porn
Or selfies, or dogs, or…
Google reportedly plans Android tools to help you manage screen time
Some of us need automated help to stare at our screens less often.
Verizon adds location tracking to its parental control app
The redesigned app has a new name and a new look.
