Distractions? What distractions? Here are our recommendations for apps that help you stay focused on the task at hand.

I'm a big proponent of using focus hacks when you need to buckle down and get work done and most of those rely on some route to going distraction-free and engaging in what's known as deep work. When ...

Keeping focused can be difficult with the constant distraction of emails, notifications, and scrolling social media. In recent years, though, the Pomodoro Technique has proven to be an effective time ...

I first started using the Pomodoro Technique back in 2014 when some then-co-workers introduced it to me during a brainstorming session. The Pomodoro Method aims to improve focus and productivity while ...

Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Focus ...

I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering and software development, I tend to go beyond ...

If you’re using a timer on your phone frequently, and you’re bored by it… well, this may just be the app for you. The app in question is called ‘Mouse Timer’, and it’s actually fun to use. Mouse Timer ...

In today’s fast-paced environment, mastering time management can not only boost productivity, but also enhance your overall well-being and satisfaction in both work and life, as it can greatly lower ...

A silly tomato timer came in clutch after grief and a global pandemic destroyed my attention span. A silly tomato timer came in clutch after grief and a global pandemic destroyed my attention span. is ...

Time tracking is not just for businesses to micromanage employees. In fact, logging time can be an excellent way to understand your daily habits and help you improve in areas you did not even know ...

For those of you who don't know, I wrote an interval timer app for iOS. A feature request is to allow it to run in the background. Apparently people fidget with their Music or Podcast app enough while ...