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https://github.com/aryanvbw/focus - Focus App V1.0

Focus App v1.0 Release

Release Information

  • Version: 1.0
  • Release Date: May 2, 2025
  • Platform: Android 8.0+ (API level 26+)

Features

Core Functionality

  • Focus Mode Toggle: Enable/disable distraction blocking with a single tap
  • Accessibility Service: Intelligent content detection and blocking across multiple apps
  • Stats Tracking: Track blocked content and time saved from distractions
  • Custom App Blocking: Choose which apps to monitor and block

Content Detection & Blocking

  • Social Media Monitoring:
    • Instagram: Blocks reels, stories, and explore page content
    • YouTube: Blocks shorts and suggested videos
    • TikTok: Blocks addictive feed content
    • Snapchat: Blocks stories and spotlight content
    • Facebook: Blocks reels and suggested content
    • Twitter: Blocks explore page and suggested content

User Experience

  • Clean, Modern UI: Simple interface for easy navigation
  • Detailed Statistics: View your focus progress and improvement
  • Customizable Settings: Tailor the app to your specific needs
  • Minimal Permissions: Only requests necessary permissions for functionality

Changes in this Release

  • Initial public release of the Focus app
  • Core distraction blocking functionality
  • Statistics tracking for blocked content
  • Custom app selection for monitoring

Fixed Bugs

  • N/A (Initial release)

Known Issues

  • Battery usage may be higher when accessibility service is running continuously
  • Some specialized versions of social media apps may require additional detection patterns
  • Multiple rapid app switches may occasionally bypass detection

Upcoming Features & Improvements

  • Focus scheduling: set specific times for automatic focus mode
  • Enhanced statistics and insights
  • Daily/weekly focus goals and achievements
  • Focus profiles for different activities (work, study, family time)
  • Battery optimization improvements
  • Cloud backup of settings and statistics
  • Additional app support for more platforms

Installation Instructions

  1. Download the APK file from this release
  2. Enable "Install from Unknown Sources" in your Android settings if not already enabled
  3. Open the downloaded APK file to install
  4. Follow the in-app setup guide to grant necessary permissions

Permissions Required

  • Accessibility Service: Core functionality for detecting and blocking content
  • Usage Stats: Required to monitor which apps are in use
  • Display Over Other Apps: Required to show blocking interface
  • Run in Background: Required for continuous monitoring

Feedback & Support

Please submit any issues, feature requests, or feedback through: - GitHub Issues: https://github.com/AryanVBW/focus/issues - Email: vivek.aryanvbw@gmail.com

Thank you for using Focus! We hope this app helps you stay productive and mindful of your digital habits.

- Kotlin
Published by AryanVBW about 1 year ago