AppDose – Live Screen Timer

By The Tech Basket

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Ever opened your phone “just for a minute”… and lost 40? AppDose shows your screen time while you’re using your phone, not hidden inside dashboards. No blocks. No forced limits. Just awareness. AppDose is a real-time screen time mirror that stays visible while you use your phone. Instead of checking reports later, you see time passing right now — gently reminding you to pause, reflect, or continue consciously. No app blocking. No forced limits. No guilt. Just awareness. ✅ Why AppDose works Most screen time apps show numbers after the damage is done. AppDose works during usage, when habits are actually formed. That tiny timer is often enough to make you think: “Is this still worth my time?” 🔑 Core Features (100% Free) Live Screen Time Overlay - A small, movable pill that floats over your selected apps - Inspired by Google’s live score pill — subtle, not intrusive Session or Daily View - See how long you’ve been in the current app - Or track your total screen time for the day, always visible App-Specific or Global - Show the timer only on distracting apps (Instagram, YouTube, etc.) - Or keep total daily screen time visible across your phone Zero Friction Control - Drag anywhere on screen - Double-tap to hide instantly - Never blocks or force-closes apps 🎨 Customise it your way (Optional) Make AppDose blend into your phone: - Multiple colors & gradients - Digital, rounded, retro timer styles - Adjustable sizes - Advanced time formats (decimal, percentage of day) (Core tracking is always free. Customisation is optional.) 🔒 Privacy-First by Design - No ads - No account required - Works fully offline - Your usage data stays on your device - Analytics only track basic app actions (onboarding, feature clicks) 💎 AppDose Premium (Optional Upgrade) - Track unlimited apps (free version supports up to 5) - Unlock all styles, colors, and formats - Animate and Vibrate as a Reminder - Lifetime and yearly plans available - One-time lifetime option at a low price Upgrade only if you love it. 🔔 NEW: Smart Reminders & Alerts: - Long Session Alerts: Get gently nudged when you've been scrolling too long. - Smart Break Previews: See exactly how much time you've spent with non-intrusive overlay reminders. - Customizable Intervals: Set your own limits to match your personal focus goals. - Persistent Nudges: Use the "Keep Repeating" option to ensure you don't ignore your break times. - Seamless Dismissal: Dismiss alerts instantly without opening the app, keeping your routine frictionless. Permissions Explained (Transparent & Required) - Display over other apps – to show the timer overlay - Usage access – to detect which app is being used - Notifications – required by Android to keep tracking stable in the background No sensitive data is accessed.