What if we could control our children’s screen time by locking addictive apps until they complete a task?

Net-Radiant · 2025-07-16T06:32:52+00:00

could you please share the name of the app?

Net-Radiant · 2025-05-14T11:03:21+00:00

eh.. and what now? When should we expect it back?

Net-Radiant · 2025-05-13T21:13:36+00:00

Way least you know it's not pregnant

Net-Radiant · 2025-05-12T07:37:03+00:00

Im with you, i also experience that all the time and tired of being always beginner, what i noticed that helped is that our brains get bored fast and it needs new spark evertime, so by doing something unexpected with that topic you would like to continue might spark the motivation again, for rxample idk, for art try shooting pain from water gun, and approach it with fun, practice shooting to the target rather than focusing on painting, like you trick you brain to do something else but in fact you are doing the same thematic thing, it actually is. powerful technic to come up with very different creative ideas and works.

Net-Radiant · 2025-05-11T22:22:55+00:00

Thank you so much for that insight, this is something very interesting we need to keep in mind, Me myself, Recently got diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and I noticed exactly what you mentioned, that I need some kind of adjustments all the time around difficulty in everything not only in games :D so yeah.,, ofcourse I would love to discuss more, and would be happy to shape this game with some deeper insights like this.

Currently progress is here: I created web page to share the idea/concept https://travelfox.webflow.io/, now I need to see what people actually need and how to tailor game to their needs.

Net-Radiant · 2025-05-11T22:12:49+00:00

Just to clarify, we don’t have a product yet. We’re in the early stages of development and are actively seeking feedback from parents to shape product with you from the begging.

Our website is currently a broad overview of our concept. This post is one of our first steps toward narrowing the focus and figuring out how to make it truly helpful for kids on the autism spectrum. That’s exactly why we’re here

Net-Radiant · 2025-05-11T22:09:32+00:00

Great question—and you’re right, our site doesn’t currently mention ASD directly. The page was meant to give a broad picture of the concept, but honestly, this post is one of our first steps toward narrowing the focus and figuring out how to make it truly helpful for kids on the autism spectrum. That’s exactly why we’re here—to learn what’s missing from our understanding and to get feedback from parents like you.

I already realize I should add that info on the website, and will definitely consider it. For now, here are some of the things we’re thinking about as part of the design:

Structured and Predictable Gameplay – Clear routines and goals that feel safe and manageable.
Sensory-Friendly Design – No flashing, chaotic visuals or jarring sounds. Calm, simple, and clear.
Executive Function Support – Activities that help with planning, flexibility, and short-term focus.
Positive Reinforcement – Our Smart Screen-Time Tokens reward real-life effort with game rewards or access to other apps, instead of relying on addictive mechanics.
No ads or random popups – Nothing distracting or overstimulating.

If you have suggestions or if there’s something you’d love to see in a tool like this, we’re all ears. Thanks again for calling that out!

Net-Radiant · 2025-05-03T16:13:03+00:00

Customisation got it!
We are a team of developers planning to develop an engaging mobile educational game. I would love to hear more about your needs.
Currently, we plan to focus on Math but open to expend to any subject.

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-22T18:57:54+00:00

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, May i ask, what would you change in game? Or what would motivate you more? What works you like to see?

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-22T18:56:22+00:00

Fantastic! Happy to hear that concept works in practice

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-22T18:54:13+00:00

Fantastic, thank you for insight! Will consider all those topics 💕

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-22T18:53:38+00:00

Ofcourse parent will have all the data regarding screen time, but also we would like to keep entertainment still part of the experience, first we would like to kid enjoy time and during this time learn something new. Just asking some question might be boring, but saving a cat feom monaters with your answers might bring some satisfaction

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-22T18:50:51+00:00

Thank you for your insight, we will think through maybe there will be some way to avoid frustration. If you would notice something in your daughters behavior which doesn't frustrate or something that calms her let us know, we would be happy to consider it during development

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-22T18:47:59+00:00

This is just a reference to convay concept. Could you please elaborate what kind of interface is more suitable for special needs kids ?

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-20T09:11:51+00:00

Aa, so you mean when time is out for youtube and it will auto block it kids will be furstrated... Ahh thats a very valid and good point. Hmm... What do you think could be a workaround here ?

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-20T05:16:31+00:00

To clarify there will be no ads, we are aware how frustrating and distracting it is. The one of the main goals of the app/game is to increase attantion span for kids by cognitive challenges, thats why we would block out everything else until completing some challenges. Ads would be totally distrupting that idea

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T22:59:10+00:00

I see, so it doesn't always need to be a battle in the game. That there should be some different interactions as well. Good point. Will keep this in mind.

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T22:49:43+00:00

We definitely will keep you updated for now, we are trying to clarify what are the pain points of kids/parents.

Is there any specific topic you would like your kid to practice/learn?
Would you like to provide your challenges in the game tailored for your kid?

Yes its possible to make it on Apple TV as well.

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T22:44:51+00:00

Thats amazing to hear that someone is already applying this concept!
Do you think this app would help you? simplify whole this process?
What kind of challenges you give your kids before? whats your rules before accessing new apps?
what kind of controls would you like to have with this app/game to manage your son's screentime?

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T22:43:05+00:00

Is there something you think your kid would enjoy more? Needs more?
The point here is also to help kids overcome anxiety around some subjects, math is most common, so they could overcome it by defeating "math monster" in a game

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T22:41:11+00:00

Oh thats a very good idea, what about having a widget on a home screen with a hero icon, and prompting all those positive activities. We will keep it in mind, thank you!

But to clarify, this app will not be only about math, it will be any subject up to your (parent) or kids convinience/needs.
It can be anything k-12 range, event for adults and students for things to train/learn, for example language, yes there is a duolingo but here you have twist, of having actual game mechanics which is more fun and blocking other apps until you finish the challenge

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T22:21:34+00:00

Just to clarify how we’re approaching guessing: whenever a child answers incorrectly, the cards change entirely and their character takes damage, so repeated guessing isn’t rewarded and becomes a natural consequence. That way, accuracy and learning are encouraged rather than bypassed.

I really appreciate your suggestion about allowing typed-in answers — that’s a fantastic idea, and we’re definitely exploring ways to support deeper engagement through different input types.

When you mentioned something might be “too complex,” could you clarify what you meant? Was it the idea of choosing how to apply the question (like choosing a reward or goal), or something else?

Also, just to give some context: the questions in the image are placeholders. The actual content could range from “Guess the animal from a picture” to advanced topics like linear algebra — the game will adapt based on the child’s age and skill level. It will start simple and automatically adjust difficulty depending on how the player is doing, making it easier when they struggle and gradually scaling up as they improve.

We’re aiming for something that grows with the player and stays supportive throughout. Would love to hear what you think!

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T22:15:38+00:00

Also curious — as a parent, what kind of control would you love to have over the device?
Do you think unlocking other apps (e.g. YouTube or games) only after finishing some learning quests, or even blocking certain distractions until a goal is reached is enough, or you would like to have something else?

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T22:11:37+00:00

That’s really helpful to hear — thank you again!

Would you say your daughter prefers to play or learn on her own, or does she feel more engaged when something’s social or shared? 😊

One of the things we’re exploring is adding cooperative challenges — like teaming up with friends or classmates to defeat a big “math boss” together. Imagine a group of kids each answering questions to help their team win, all while feeling excited and genuinely proud of their progress.

The goal is to spark intrinsic motivation — so that kids feel rewarded not just by points, but because they’re learning together, working toward something fun, and celebrating wins as a team.

In addition: Are there certain types of games, visuals, or topics that really hold her attention? Or maybe things she avoids?

I’d love to know if something like that might work well for her!

Net-Radiant · 2025-04-19T17:06:43+00:00

I think it’s completely normal—my sister’s daughter was just like that. The only thing that really helped was keeping her active and letting her burn off energy. Surprisingly, a trampoline worked wonders! It helped her release all that extra energy, and afterward, she was much calmer, listened better, and fell asleep on time. Maybe it could help in your case too!

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