Our phones are little computers with the bells, whistles, color and allure of an amusement park arcade. No wonder you check it all the time. Here’s a strategy to reduce the temptation…
Casey’s eTip: Turn Your Phone to Grayscale
Color acts as an attentional stimulant. Going to black and white makes it less engaging. As reporter Nellie Bowles explains, “I feel more in control of my phone, which now looks like a tool rather than a toy.” If you’re intrigued and want to experiment, here are some resources:
Article from New York Times
Enable grayscale on an iPhone
Enable grayscale on an Android
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