Focus Up: NFC App Blocker

Focus Up blocks the apps that eat your day, and the only normal way to get them back is tapping an NFC tag. And it works with any generic NFC tag. You don't need a special device from us: a plain NFC sticker or key fob does the job, and a pack of stickers costs a few dollars online. You might already have one. Put the tag somewhere inconvenient: on the fridge, in your car, in a drawer in another room. When you want back into a blocked app, you have to get up and go tap it. Most of the time you'll decide it isn't worth the walk, and that's the point. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick the apps, categories and websites you want blocked. Focus Up uses Apple's Screen Time, so the block happens at the system level and closing Focus Up doesn't turn it off. 2. Pair your tag by holding your iPhone near it. 3. Tap the big lock. Blocked apps show a shield screen until you tap it again and scan your tag. MODES…