For me, there's no point just controlling screen time for the sake of controlling it, I need to have something actually available and ready to replace it with. Recently I started reading (physical) comics, picking up a couple of the "trade paperbacks" for the Dark Horse Alien and Predator comics. Or re-reading some Gene Wolfe or Tamsyn Muir. Self-imposed technical controls are pointless, to me.
this post was submitted on 22 Oct 2026
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I don't use nor need screentime control.
It depends on what your goal is.
I see them as very useful when you want to reduce distractions and unwanted habits. Block specific apps during work hours or in the evening.
For parenting, a simple time limit may be enough, or time ranges may be desirable and reasonable or required.
The things I may prefer to be without I see largely as coping mechanisms. Generally, I can commit to not do stuff, I think. Before forced control, adding barriers to access can be the first barrier to add.