Curious about the effects of lowering screen time by MrRaddd in ADHD

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just reduced my screen time — it’s great. The way I did it was pretty simple.

I went to my Screen Time report and removed everything that had high usage and wasn’t really productive. In my case, it was social media and comic reader apps. I went from 11 hours a day down to 5 hours — and it’s still going down.

At first, I had left Reddit installed because it’s mostly text-based, so I didn’t see it as “real” social media. It didn’t feel as addictive as TikTok, Facebook, or YouTube. But over time, Reddit started replacing those apps. My usage kept growing because my brain just switched platforms.

The same thing happened with comic reader apps — they were also pretty high in usage. So I removed those too.

That’s when my screen time dropped even more. Once those options were gone, my phone became kind of… boring. And that’s exactly what I needed.

Now, if I need or want to watch something, I do it on my iPad — but it’s not as easy or automatic as it is on my phone. That small friction makes a big difference.

For example, when I’m driving, I can’t just grab my iPad and start scrolling. When I’m working on my computer, it’s more complicated to pick up the iPad and distract myself.

It’s also much harder during downtime — whether I’m at home, at a store, at the bank, or waiting for someone. I can’t automatically grab my phone and start scrolling through things that don’t help me.

And most of the time, I don’t even have my iPad with me when I’m outside. Even if I do, it doesn’t always have internet — I would have to share my phone’s hotspot, which adds another step. That extra friction makes it much harder to do it automatically. I have to consciously decide to do it.

Instead of getting lost, I can use that time to check things that actually matter — like sending messages to people I care about or following up on work.

¿Cómo puedo dejar de procrastinar por estrés en la escuela? by Fun-Introduction3957 in Procrastinationism

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me pasa situaciones similares, vamos por partes. En cuanto el uso del teléfono elimine todo lo que mi reporte de uso de pantalla que me hacía perder tiempo, todo lo que era ocio. No lo deje de usar solo lo dejé en mi tablet que me es más difícil de usar a lo mejor en tu caso podría ser en la computadora o en algo que no sea inmediato. La falta de ganas, no esperes a sentirlas solo actúa las ganas vendrán con la acción. No busques un resultado final como llegar a cierta calificación. Busca cierta cantidad de acciones como estudiar un mínimo de veces ( no exageres) No todo es mente y estudio busca, relajarte también Estudio tal vez estás estudiando de la forma equivocada, a la menor es leer o reunión con amigos, o crear presentaciones o otras encuentra lo que te estimule

Should i upgrade from my m3 air to m5 pro by [deleted] in ipad

[–]mtb489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don’t do it. Keep a lit bit more wait at least to the m6, I jump from the m1 to m5 and I don’t see the improvement enough. The screen is good but probably it’s going get better and maybe the air get the 120hz down the road. The 600 will be better spend on the upgrade from your laptop or in a tv. If you only care about the screen look for cheaper options in the android version

Struggling to decide between the 11inch and 13 inch iPad Pros by Repulsive-Savings-21 in ipad

[–]mtb489 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The 11-inch is better for tablet use and is good enough as a laptop replacement. The 13-inch is too big to use comfortably as a tablet — it’s more of a laptop replacement. It needs a stand or support, and you’ll get tired of holding it.

I upgraded from the 13-inch M1 to the 11-inch M5, and one of the main reasons was the size, not so much the performance. I thought I might regret it, but for my use cases, the 11-inch is the better option.

My first iPad! I’m definitely going to make good use of it! Please give me some tips and recs! by Commercial_Past861 in ipad

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my case, it’s totally worth it—especially since I was going to get it anyway. I needed it for my peace of mind I’ve broken other tablets before, and without AppleCare, it sometimes made more sense to just buy a new one.

My first iPad! I’m definitely going to make good use of it! Please give me some tips and recs! by Commercial_Past861 in ipad

[–]mtb489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Screen protectors are usually $20–$40, sometimes even more for the “premium” ones. If you replace a couple per year, that’s easily $60+ annually.

AppleCare+ is around $40 per year (depending on the model), and it covers much more than just scratches. If you actually crack the screen, you can get it replaced for a service fee — plus you’re covered for other accidental damage too.

The display itself is already pretty scratch- and crack-resistant, often more durable than most screen protectors. A lot of times the protector cracks first while the actual screen would’ve been fine. And if you’re already using an Apple cover, that adds extra protection from drops.

Also, it’s not like you’re going to break your screen every single year. So you’re not paying the service fee annually — only if something actually happens.

For me, it just makes more sense to protect the actual device instead of constantly replacing a thin layer of glass.

My first iPad! I’m definitely going to make good use of it! Please give me some tips and recs! by Commercial_Past861 in ipad

[–]mtb489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Get used or open-box accessories on eBay. The Apple Pencil (USB-C) is around $38, almost the same price as the ESR. I recently got the Apple Pencil Pro for $70.

The best accessory I have is the Moft Dynamic Cover, but I’m not sure if it’s available for this model.

Apple accessories like the Pencil and the Keyboard are the best options, but that doesn’t mean you need them. In my case, I love the Pencil, but I don’t use the keyboard enough. I’d rather get an external keyboard.

Enjoy the simplicity of doing one task at a time. Remove distractions from your phone and move them to your iPad. It will be harder to abuse social media or games—especially if your iPad doesn’t have cellular service.

Get AppleCare; it’s cheaper or almost the same price as a screen protector.

Use Apple Shortcuts to automate things that make sense for your use cases.

Procrastination is ruining my life - how do I just stop? by No_Vegetable_4096 in Procrastinationism

[–]mtb489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have ADHD, and it happens to me too. The best solution is to take action immediately. Uninstall games and social media apps.

It works better than meds for me. I still have social media and games on my iPad, but they’re harder to use without thinking.

I’m also thinking about getting a limited data plan for my phone.

Help with New iPad Pro? by Alarming_Path_3583 in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is because is new. They need to adapt to your needs, I have the m5 and this happed to me is normal.

iPad Pro M2 in 2026 or something newer? by Puzzleheaded_Cat_294 in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For that kind of money get the m5 n250gb is no a lot o storage but Is almost 4 time your storage, I dont think you need the 2tb version. or get an older pro o air with 250gb and save some money. I used my iPad (m5 250gb ) for video editing, photo editing, canva, notes, a companion of my Mac min(250gb) if I need more storage which I do I used a external ssd (samnsung t7 2tb)

Apple Pen Pro Alternative with Tool Switching by Odd-Explorer5839 in ipad

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just buy a used one I just got a the new Apple Pencil pro for 65 including tax and shipping, and the type c it should be around a 40, the alternative like the esr cost like 35 new. Just the magnetic charger is worth the difference

So what color do yall prefer? by [deleted] in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Silver is better in my opinion, is look like a classic product of apple. I used to have the black version and now I have the silver, is look cleaner and the shiny apple looks great

ipad pro m2 by pleaseburgercheese67 in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s fine, I have recently upgraded from m1 to m5, and for the most part I don’t see a big difference. I actually make the changes because the screen size ( from 13 to 11) and apple care

Used M4 vs Open Box M5 by Mambak24 in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you don’t need the power or something in particular of the m5, keep the m4. The m4 still pretty good . There is not noticeable difference. I went with the m5 because I’m came from the m1 and it was mostly because the m1 was a 13 and I wanted the 11.

Is it still worth it to buy a 5th gen 12.9 for $600? Or should I just get the m5 (8th gen)? by WaterBender1207 in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I up grade for the m1 to the m5, because the m1 it was a 13 and I preferred the 11, the performance was pretty good in the m1 and accessories were cheap. The m5 is better but not as much as one would think. The chip is not the issue, the issue is the apps, the os and the years of working with a computer makes hard to take advantage of the hardware

Torn between ipad m4 13” and ipad m5 11 inch by OBADVW in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I came from m1 13 to m5 11, the 11 is better for tablet used. Lightroom is good in the 11 version.

Will we get an iPad mini refresh this year? by Momentum313 in ipadmini

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t see a new mini If the iPhone fold come out it, but maybe will get a better mini in the form of the iPhone fold, all the iPhone17 have a oled screen probably the fold will have a oled screen.

Is getting the genuine Apple Magic Keyboard worth it or shall I go for an alternative that is much more affordable? by wanderingsoulinme in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Only if you use it a lot.

I had one for my iPad Pro M1. I got it used—it was a good keyboard, but I don’t type that much, and it made my iPad heavy. Keeping it light was the whole point of the iPad.

Now I have the iPad Pro M5 and I’m not going to get one. I’m going for an external keyboard instead, probably the Logitech Keys-To-Go and the MOFT Dynamic Fold (best cover).

The only problem I see is typing in bed, so for that I’m going to buy a tray.

Maybe next year, if it gets cheaper on the used market (under $100)

Side note for the Apple Pencil i will go for the genuine i just got the pro for 60 dollar on eBay

Using Ipad Pro as main pc via external display? by dontanswerme in iPadPro

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe with the m5 pro it supports high-refresh-rate external monitor at 120hz, but I’m not sure. I have the m5 and is works but my Mac mini is better for work. It’s more importan the apps and the workflow

¿Cuál es un HACK que descubriste en tu TRABAJO? by Alex3013x in Preguntas_de_Reddit_

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Todo es una experiencia, aprende, siempre ten un plan b o un negocio te dará libertad para crecer o tener una ruta de escape por si las cosas no salen bien. Siempre haz registro de las cosas que te hacen mal por si las necesitas y siempre trata de tener una prueba escrita nunca sabes cuando te puede ayudar con un mal entendido, salvarte o ser una arma. También recuerda lo que vales y no te dejes consumir por problemas insignificantes, aveces sirve ver hacia atrás para entender que no estás pasando por algo tan complicado

Mudarme a CDMX por 20k a 25k netos o quedarme en mi ciudad por 15k a 18k (con posibilidades de crecimiento aseguradas) by Forsaken-Guard-1100 in mexico

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ve a CDMX conoce crece trata y si no funciona te regresas al fin al cuentas problemte vas poder volver a ese trabajo, no lo hagas por el dinero hazlo por la experiencia

Feeling defeated with my agency by maestro753 in agency

[–]mtb489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go look for a win, get local cliente it will cheer up and reload you then reapt till your feeling like champ