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Research-backed guides and practical playbooks for reducing iPhone Screen Time, breaking compulsive checking, and building a more focused digital life.

Screen Time Devices Compared: Apptoken vs Brick vs Bloom vs Blok (2026)

~12 min read

An honest comparison of NFC-based screen time devices. I'll explain how each works, actual pricing, and the key differences—including what makes Apptoken stricter than the alternatives.

How to Actually Reduce iPhone Screen Time: The Complete Guide

~18 min read

I spent 3 months testing every Screen Time reduction method. Here's what actually works—and why most advice fails when you're tired at 11pm.

The Night Routine That Killed My Late-Night Scrolling (After Months of Trying)

~11 min read

I tried every sleep-focused Screen Time hack for 3 months. Here's the routine that finally worked—and why most "just put your phone down" advice fails.

How I Stopped Checking My Phone During Work (A Deep Focus Setup That Actually Works)

~12 min read

I was checking my phone 15+ times per hour during work. Here's the setup that dropped that to near-zero—without turning my phone off.

How to Stop Scrolling Instagram and TikTok Without Deleting Your Accounts

~10 min read

Deleting apps doesn't work for most people—you just reinstall them. Here's how to keep social media while breaking the endless scroll.

Screen Time Solutions by Life Stage: Students, Parents, Remote Workers, and Couples

~15 min read

Different life situations need different approaches to Screen Time. Here's what actually works for each—based on real feedback from each group.

iPhone NFC and Compatibility: What Works with Apptoken (Complete Guide)

~8 min read

Will Apptoken work with your iPhone and case? Here's everything about NFC compatibility, cases, MagSafe, and troubleshooting—based on actual testing.

Best Screen Time Devices in 2026: A Buying Guide for iPhone Users

~10 min read

Looking for a physical screen time device? Here's how to choose—including what actually matters (bypass difficulty, cost model) and what doesn't (most "features").

Phone Addiction Device vs Lockbox: How to Choose the Right Approach

~8 min read

Deciding between selective app blocking and locking your phone away entirely? Here's how to choose based on your actual needs—not marketing.

iPhone Screen Time Addiction: Symptoms Checklist (and What to Do Next)

~10 min read

A practical checklist for iPhone Screen Time addiction symptoms (without self-diagnosis). Learn what the signs mean and what to do next to reduce Screen Time.

Physical Phone Addiction Device vs Apps: Why Friction Wins (No Subscription)

~8 min read

Learn why a physical phone addiction device beats screen time apps: real-world friction, no subscription, and a more reliable way to stop mindless scrolling.