Use Screen Time and get a chance to know the real world
Apple has recently announced some of the features it will include in the latest version of iOS, also known as iOS 12. As we mentioned before, Apple is recently trying to improve the performance of iOS, instead of just adding a bunch of cool features, as it always does. But still, there are a few features that will be included in the newest version of iOS which could assist you during the day.
Screen Time
Maybe one of the most important features and also a favourite of mine is the “Screen Time”. Screen time is basically a monitoring system of your device’s usage. It can track the time you spend using a specific app. The company developed new tools to make the users aware of the time they spend using apps and websites. The iOS can now generate some daily and weekly Activity Reports for several things like the amount of time spent in Social Networking, Entertainment or Productivity apps. This also includes a graph with your activity throughout the day, the longest session you had by using your device in general etc.
New tools are also developed for limiting the daily usage of specific apps and websites through the system. In that way the users would be notified when the limit is reached as a method of rehabilitation on their addiction to the digital world.
Set Downtimes
Downtime is another useful tool in which you can set specific times during the day where you wish block any apps and notifications from disturbing you. This can make you more calm and relaxed when you most need it. For example, you may consider setting up Downtime during bedtime.
Kids applicable
As a parent, you can find those kind of tools very useful. You can set limits for your kids, without hearing complaints. This will also help you to avoid transforming your kids into digital-world addicted persons. You can also monitor their usage from afar. Definitely adding exceptions for apps or websites in these occasions is a must. For example, you want your child to constantly have access to calls and messaging in order to be able to reach you at any time.
A feature that will “save lives”
In my opinion, this feature can save lives, because it changes the perspective on how we use our devices and makes us aware of how much we’re addicted to them. There are a tone of things to do outhere; in the real world. Being aware of our digital addictions, is the first step to a balanced, normal life