Facebook and Instagram have announced plans to launch a feature that will allow its users to view how long they use each application. This feature is set to be launched on only the smartphone versions of the Facebook and Instagram apps, and not on the desktop versions.
Within this feature, users will be able to set a notification that appears when they use the application for a pre-selected amount of time. However, the application will not prevent users from continuing to browse even after this reminder notification has been sent.
Do you think that these measures to display screen time are effective?
Will you consider using these features once they are launched? Why or why not?
Why do you think Facebook and Instagram decided to launch such a feature?
If you are a user of either of these applications, check the smartphone version in the coming weeks to view this upcoming feature.
View TechCrunch’s article for the screenshots of what these features might look like [1].
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Sources / Articles You May Be Interested In
Facebook and Instagram are making it easier to spend less time on Facebook and Instagram. But why? – Recode
https://www.recode.net/2018/8/1/17637428/facebook-instagram-time-well-spent-screen-time
Want to Curb Phone Use? Facebook and Instagram Have an Idea – Wired (Soft Paywall)
https://www.wired.com/story/facebook-instagram-app-time-controls/
Microsoft executive considers it a ‘responsibility’ to help you unplug – Washington Post
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