Google announced a new feature for its Digital Wellbeing tools today. This feature lets people schedule breaks from their phones. Users can set specific times to pause notifications and apps. The goal is to help users manage screen time better.
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People can choose when their breaks happen. They can pick start and end times that fit their day. During these breaks, most app notifications are silenced. Only important alerts, like phone calls, might come through. This helps users disconnect without missing critical messages.
Another part of this update is a grayscale mode. Phones can switch to black and white during scheduled breaks. This makes apps look less appealing. It encourages users to put their phones down. They can focus on other activities instead.
Google says these tools aim to reduce digital overload. Constant phone use can be stressful. Scheduled breaks offer a way to step back. Users report feeling less distracted. They find it easier to concentrate on work or family time.
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The new features are rolling out now. They are part of the latest Digital Wellbeing update. Android phone users can access them through settings. Google plans more wellbeing tools in the future.