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Free Apps Create Friction to Block Distractions on iOS and Android

Free mobile applications for iOS and Android help users reduce screen time by creating physical friction that encourages them to put down their phones.

1 publisher · 1 article · first seen 27 Sept 2026 · updated 3h ago

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  1. You Don’t Need to Pay for Distraction-Blocking Software WIRED ·