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Assalamu Alaikum everyone,

I've been working on an app called CalmScreen, and I recently put together this short promo video to showcase one of its main features: App Curfew.

The core idea behind the app is to help people manage screen time without the usual friction. While the video focuses on parents trying to help their kids put the phone down, the app is also designed for adults who want to break their own doom-scrolling habits.

Instead of abruptly blocking you (which usually just makes you want to override the blocker), CalmScreen gradually fades the screen to grayscale or warm amber after a short grace period. The theory is that it slowly removes the visual dopamine hits so you (or your kids) naturally lose interest and put the phone down.

It's already live on the Play Store if you want to see how it feels in action: CalmScreen on Google Play

Since I'm handling the marketing side of this myself (definitely not my main strength), I’d love to get some honest feedback on the video:

• Does the explanation of how the "gradual fade" works make sense?
• Is the tone right? I went for a calmer, parent-to-parent vibe rather than a flashy commercial.
• Does the value proposition appeal to both parents and adults trying to limit their own screen time?

I’d appreciate any feedback on the pacing, the messaging, or the video itself. Thanks!

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play - the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

Google Playstore Link :

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer building CalmScreen, an Android app, built using Flutter, designed to reduce screen addiction using visual filters instead of blockers, timers, or app locks.

The idea is simple: make distracting apps less stimulating (grayscale, dimming, warmer colors, etc.) so people naturally spend less time on them, without restrictions or constant notifications.

I'm at the stage where honest feedback is far more valuable than downloads. If you try it, I'd love to hear:

• What feels confusing or frustrating?
• What features are missing?
• What would stop you from using it long-term?
• If you're a parent, would you trust it for your kids? Why or why not?
• Any bugs, usability issues, or concerns?

The app works offline, collects no data, and has no ads.

Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

I'm actively developing it, and user feedback directly influences what gets built next. Thanks for taking a look.

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Sinhala, Tamil, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu,

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

Google Playstore Link :

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

[Playstore Link]

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

[Playstore Link]

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

[Playstore Link]

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

[Playstore Link]

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

[Playstore Link]

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

[Playstore Link]

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu, Sinhala, Tamil

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Sinhala, Tamil, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Urdu

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Tamil, Sinhala, Urdu

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Assalamu Alaikum everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Tamil, Sinhala, Urdu

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Assalamu Alaikum everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Tamil, Sinhala, Urdu

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Tamil, Sinhala, Urdu

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Tamil, Sinhala, Urdu

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Tamil, Sinhala, Urdu

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen

Hey everyone,

I'm a solo developer and I've been working on CalmScreen: a free Android app that tackles screen addiction differently from anything else out there.

The problem with most screen time apps:

Every blocker, timer, and app lock has the same flaw: kids (and let's be honest, adults too) find ways around them. You set a 30-minute timer? They dismiss it. You block TikTok? They use the browser version. The restrictions create friction, arguments, and resentment.

How CalmScreen is different:

Instead of blocking or restricting, CalmScreen applies visual filters (grayscale, sepia, amber, dim) that strip away the bright, vibrant colors your brain finds rewarding. Modern apps are designed with colors that trigger dopamine. Remove those colors, and scrolling just... stops feeling worth it. You put the phone down naturally, without anyone telling you to.

No app blocking. No bypassable timers. No fights.

Features:

- 6 Filter Modes - Dim, Sunset (blue light blocker), Paperback, Moss, Focus (full grayscale), and Custom

- Gradual Fade - Filter fades in slowly over minutes, so kids don't even notice. They just lose interest

- Automated Schedules - Set up to 4 schedules (bedtime, homework, school hours) that activate automatically

- App Curfew - Automatically applies filters when specific apps (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram) are opened

- Un-bypassable Parent PIN - Covers settings, widgets, notification bar. Blocks screenshots of the PIN pad. Recovery via a 4-word phrase

- Home Screen Widget - Toggle filters and adjust intensity from your launcher

- Vibration Nudge - Gentle vibration when gradual mode ends. No alarms, no shouting

- 8 Languages - English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese, Tamil, Sinhala, Urdu

 

Who it's for:

- Parents who are tired of screen time battles with their kids

- Students who need help focusing during study sessions

- Adults who doom-scroll at night and want to build healthier habits

- Night owls who want a blue light filter that actually works

 

Privacy:

Zero data collected. No internet permission. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a one-time optional contribution to support development.

Free on Google Play — the core app is fully free. PIN lock includes a 14-day trial; a one-time contribution unlocks it permanently.

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or feature requests. I'm actively developing this and your input genuinely shapes what I build next.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lightsourcelabs.calmscreen