Why I Made Screen Time Realtime?
💥 How It Started
I got into a big fight with my wife last month, because of social media apps. So I made an app that uses Dynamic Island and Shortcuts to display screen time in realtime. After one week of usage, her screen time is down by 4 hours.
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I was something like “Can you please stop scrolling endlessly through Instagram and watch the movie? You have already spent like 1 hour scrolling so far”. And you know how tiny innocent arguments like these go “No, I haven’t spent 1 hour”, “You always say things like this”… etc.
🤖 Turning Frustration into Innovation
Fed up with the impact of social media on relationships, I harnessed the power of Shortcuts Automation to craft a simple solution. The result? An app that effortlessly tracks screen time and transforms digital habits!
📈 The Transformative Power of Data
Once the app was in action, the real magic happened! After just ONE week of using Screen Time Realtime, my wife's social media consumption dropped by a staggering 4 hours! And that's just the beginning...
💑 From Strain to Stronger Bonds
With reduced screen time, we reconnected like never before. The app not only saved precious hours but also rekindled our connection. It's not just an app; it's a relationship revolution!
🌐 Empowering Relationships Everywhere:
But wait, there's more! I'm thrilled to share that this app isn't just for us, it's for EVERYONE! Whether you're dating, married, or anything in between, this app is a game-changer. Tag your partner and spread the love!
Now some more information about the app and the benefits you can gain from using it.
Screen Time Realtime is the ultimate tool for those who want to take control of their app usage and develop healthier digital habits.
Screen Time Realtime uses Shortcuts Automation to toggle a stopwatch whenever you open one of your configured apps (TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram...) or any games (Clash of Clans, Marvel Snap, Genshin Impact).
Enhanced Self-Awareness
By tracking your app usage, you gain a clearer understanding of how you spend your time on your device, leading to better self-awareness and more intentional behavior.
Improved Productivity
Identifying time-wasting apps allows you to reclaim those minutes and redirect them toward more productive tasks or meaningful activities.
Digital Well-being
Developing healthy app usage habits promotes better overall well-being by reducing stress, anxiety, and the feeling of being constantly connected.
Better Time Management
With insights into your app usage patterns, you can allocate your time more efficiently and strike a balance between screen time and other aspects of life.
Mindful Technology Use
Tracking app usage encourages a more conscious and mindful approach to technology, where you use your devices with purpose rather than impulsively.
Family-Friendly Monitoring
Screen Time Realtime is also suitable for parents who want to monitor and manage their children's app usage in a supportive and responsible manner.
🙏 Thank you for the incredible support on this journey! Here's to healthier relationships and happier lives through mindful screen time. Let's spread the word and create a world with more love and less scrolling! 🌎❤️
Download Screen Time Realtime now to track and limit your social media usage.
Great idea. I used a similar method when I had problems with my screen time. I put out the screen time widget on the home screen. Anytime I was there I saw it and this way I could decide if what I wanted to do was even worth it.
To ask about the technical side: Doesn't apple have screen time tracking built in? You can't put it out on an island by default, I get that. But, did you "remade" the whole screen time tracking? Apple doesn't share it's API to developers?
Thanks a lot Viktor. Apple has screen time built in. The problem with Apple's Screen Time is that you can view the data after you waste 2-3 hours on social media.
The whole purpose of Screen Time Realtime, is, well. Realtime.
Using the Dynamic Island and Live Activities you can see your app usage in realtime. It makes you more conscious about everything. And you can put your phone down.
I use Shortcut Automations. Everything is private and remains on your device.