"Foqos, created by Canadian software developer Ali Waseem, offers all the benefits of blocking apps without the cost, using any NFC tag as a substitute for a physical device."
"Instead of a pricey plastic widget, you can use anything with a near field communication, or NFC, tag to act as your 'Brick.'"
"Each weekday as I sign off from work, I tap my phone to the pass to disable all the most tempting stuff from my device."
Foqos is an open-source iOS app designed to help users manage their phone habits by blocking distracting apps. Unlike the paid device Brick, Foqos utilizes any NFC tag, allowing users to repurpose items like expired ski passes or hotel keys. Users can tap their phone to these tags to disable access to apps like Instagram and Facebook. This method provides a practical solution for those struggling with social media distractions without incurring additional costs.
Read at Slate Magazine
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