Introduction to Brick
Brick is a device designed to help users stay focused by locking them out of addictive apps. It works by pairing with a companion app, which restricts access to certain apps or limits the time spent on them.
How Brick Works
The Brick app will lock you out of chosen apps or restrict the time you can spend on them. The only way to unlock these apps is by tapping your phone to the Brick device itself.
- Tap your phone to the Brick to lock or unlock apps
- Set time limits for app usage
- Use Strict Mode to prevent uninstalling the Brick app or accessing blocked apps
Features of Brick
Brick offers several features, including:
- Custom modes: Create up to ten custom modes to block or restrict apps depending on the situation
- Schedules: Set schedules to activate particular profiles at set times
- Emergency unbricks: Get five free emergency unbricks in case you lose your Brick
Alternative Solutions
There are other gadgets and apps available that aim to help users stay focused, such as:
- Minimalist phones, like the Light Phone III and Minimal Phone
- Apps like Minimalist Phone Launcher, Focus Friend, and Forest
- Devices like the Clicks Communicator
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