Android Pause Point: Google's feature against mindless phone use

▤ Summary

Google is rolling out an Android feature called Pause Point that aims to curb mindless phone use by inserting a short pause when you open a distracting app. The feature gives a 10-second moment for a brief breathing exercise, setting a timer, viewing favorite photos, or switching to alternatives like an audiobook. Pause Point prevents quick disabling by requiring a phone restart to turn the feature off, discouraging impulse toggles. The design favors a gentle, conscious pause before usage instead of hard app locks.

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