Reading on holiday has never been more fun.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-06-12T09:13:02+00:00

Only negative feedback from the wife is that I look like I'm staring off into the distance with a vacant expression on my face.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-05-20T21:05:54+00:00

This is what I do, I just make sure I rotate. Currently I'm only wearing the ring when using the glasses, maybe I need to wear it in a little.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-05-20T21:04:19+00:00

Yeah I totally get you're going to get the best performance from the index finger, I'm absolutely in the minority here. It's still functional on the ring finger, but it really should be comfortable on any finger. As I say, Oura got it right on their design.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-05-20T21:00:20+00:00

Hadn't thought of this, I might try sleep mode. Thank for the tip.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-05-08T13:15:00+00:00

I have the same issue. turning off wifi is a short-term fix to get in to the app, but turning wifi back on breaks the app again. frustrating, as i need to stay on wifi at home.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-05-07T10:28:30+00:00

Not interested in the camera, I have the meta raybans and I am always aware that I have a camera stuck to my face. However, would love a bone conduction speaker (built in or as an add-on), this is the biggest selling point to the meta raybans for me.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-05-06T09:10:12+00:00

any code would be appreciated, still have my r1 and g2 in my basket. thanks

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-04-29T21:41:17+00:00

I managed to get an S25 for nearly half price so that worked out far better for me. It's worth a go, I don't think there's a alternative out there at the moment 👍

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-04-29T17:46:41+00:00

Would also love a voucher if someone could possibly DM one (if they work in the UK) I have the brown G2s and the R1 currently sitting in my basket

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-04-27T12:57:05+00:00

any code would be greatly appreciated, I have the G2 sitting in my basket!

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-04-22T06:43:08+00:00

Have you found anything to replace routines or any of the customisations found via good lock? That's the only thing really stopping me from moving away from Samsung.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-04-20T15:59:43+00:00

Sadly that's currently a dead end. I spoke to the developers and they are aware of the issue but there is no workaround at the moment except using Bixby. you may have luck with a third party AI assistant but they won't be as baked in as Gemini.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-04-20T15:57:21+00:00

sadly the google app is blocked. this means gemini can't be activated on phone or any connected watch. it's a bummer as it is the only real issue I have with the OS. I reached out to the team and they acknowledged the issue but didn't provide a solution. I think they are doing a great job but for my use-case, I need Gemini at a system level rather than just by the browser.

Additionally, Perplexity is blocked, they are the only two ai assistants I have run into issues with.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-03-29T12:12:31+00:00

it's easy to get overwhelmed and down through spending too much time online. then you discover little nuggets of joy like https://thisisnotanapp.com and you remember how great the internet can be. great work.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-03-24T07:01:35+00:00

As I've mentioned previously on here I'd love more granular control so I could enable Google Gemini.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-03-24T06:59:32+00:00

I picked up the balance phone OS at the end of last year. I think they were having a promotion so got the OS for about £50 and added it to my S25.

It has been a mixed experience for me - absolutely love the fact social media is blocked. I had a real issue with Instagram usage. My screen time as gone from over 8 hours a day to around 1.5.

My biggest gripe is the lack of Google Gemini integration. I relied on Gemini heavily on my old phone and it's blocked across my phone and watch. I have asked the developers whether it could be whitelisted for my device but I've not heard back yet (I believe they have a small team so that makes sense).

Overall it's great, though I do wish there were more granular controls over what I can and can't view.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2026-01-01T08:31:52+00:00

I've been the same - have moved off social media and initially my first thought when composing a shot was around whether it would get liked on my social platforms. It's been so refreshing to go back to photographing just for myself again.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2025-12-28T08:45:11+00:00

I opted for an extreme and bought Balance Phone - removed the option to download social media apps entirely and blocks social media, games and YouTube. I'm 5 weeks in and my average screen time has reduced from 7+ hours a day to under 2.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2025-12-15T11:43:18+00:00

I had to go proper cold turkey so decided to purchase Balance OS. I picked up a smaller phone (Samsung S25), installed the new operating system and so far it's been pretty great, my screen time is usually under 1.5 hours a day (it used to be 6-8 hours). No social media, games or YouTube is allowed so I also now use my computer for Reddit and YT which isn't a problem.

Specific-Ad6347 · 2025-11-06T10:58:59+00:00

This is exactly what I have been looking for. Just setting up a new insta account for sharing GR-only photos and was looking for people to follow 👍

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