I got tired of screentime apps, so I built a better one (and it's free)
Check out my app: https://habitsfirst.com/
App store link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/habits-first/id6791076258
If any of you are graphic or UI designers definitely reach out I'd like to improve the design and screenshots on the app store!
Outline:
0:00 This app reduced my screen time
0:50 Granola, the AI meeting assistant
2:22 Why not just rely on discipline?
4:20 Why most screen time apps fail
5:37 How I changed my habits
6:45 Issue #1: Screen time apps are too hard to set up
7:55 Issue #2: Subscription fees
8:45 Issue #3: Too easy to bypass
9:40 How Habits First knows when you finished your habits
10:30 What I learned from trying to build an app
#buildapp #screentimeapps
Video Summary
AI GeneratedThe creator introduces \"Habits First,\" a free screen time app designed to reduce phone addiction by requiring users to complete positive habits (like reading or exercising) to unlock addictive apps. By leveraging reward-based psychology rather than pure discipline, the app helps users reclaim their time and focus on high-value activities.