There's too much doomscrolling these days, and it makes us all wilt. This spring equinox, it's time to slow the scroll.
Watch these flowers bloom, one moment at a time, and let yourself slow down.
Nature takes its time. So can you. Happy first day of spring. 🌸
When you set a big goal, don't forget to break it up into smaller goals first. This article does a great job to explain why... Just in time for the new year!
Version 4.9 is now released! The main focus of this update is on bug fixes and adding support for new AI browsers (like Atlas, Comet, Dia, etc).
To see full release notes and how to update, please visit:
getcoldturkey.com/news/
A good argument against gamifying productivity apps, and a great quote: "we should be trying to actively fortify our attention on our tasks and goals by recognizing the value in them, not just trying to block attention from the devices."
A fix has been applied to properly detect the Opera GX extension. Please run the latest 4.7 installer to apply the fix: getcoldturkey.com/news/
There are ongoing issues with Opera GX support. A recent update to Opera GX causes Blocker to not find the extension. A fix has been identified and a quick patch to 4.7 will be made soon. Another post will be made with instructions to fix the issue once the patch is available.
It's on my wish list, but unfortunately it won't be added anytime soon. Maybe in a year or two, I'll get to it!
Google recently changed the settings format for all Chromium based browsers and I could only add support for it in the latest version. Please update to the latest version of Blocker (4.6) to fix this issue:
getcoldturkey.com/news/
A pretty good article with methods on reducing screen time on your phone, including a list of app suggestions!
Version 4.6 Released! Please update by 22 April so the app can support upcoming browser updates! See here for new features included in 4.6: getcoldturkey.com/news/ See here for updates on ongoing extension issues: www.reddit.com/r/coldturkey...
Brave uses the Chrome extension. 4.6 is also impacted :( The extension will update once Google approves it again within a day or two. No action required on your part!
There is a known issue with allowances not working in the latest Edge and Chrome extension update. A fix has already been submitted. No action is required as your browser will automatically update it.
The extension update approval process is taking longer than anticipated. This is delaying the 4.6 release. If you are okay with some block page features not working correctly, you can still try out the new version. Please see here for more details:
www.reddit.com/r/coldturkey...
What you *will* be able to do, right after the extension updates, is block all (self-declared) adult site by just adding *.xxx to a block list.
The 4.6 extension update has been submitted for review and will be rolled out shortly! This needs to happen first before releasing the main app update so that you can use the new breaks and lock types.
Likely tomorrow :)
Coming soon in 4.6, a nifty status window that you can drag around the screen!
Yes, this is also coming in 4.6 (for Windows only)
Yes, along with a delay break, there's going to be a delay lock :)
Also, yes, Zen browser (mentioned in the article) will be supported in the next update :)
A little sneak peek of new break types available in 4.6!
