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A small tool paired with a powerful app that temporarily removes distracting apps and their notifications from your iPhone, leaving only what you choose.\n\nIn a world designed for constant distraction, Brick introduces a simple but powerful idea: friction. By requiring a physical tap to enable or disable distracting apps, Brick creates a deliberate pause between impulse and action - turning smartphones back into tools for what matters. \n\nHOW IT WORKS\nChoose which apps or websites to block: social media, games, news, streaming, or anything distracting\nTap your iPhone to Brick to activate your chosen mode\nA focus timer starts automatically, tracking your distraction-free time\nPlace Brick somewhere out of reach and go live your life\nWhen you're ready, tap again to regain access \n\nNot nearby? Activate Brick remotely in the app. You'll still need the physical Brick to unblock, keeping the commitment real.\n\nFEATURES\nBlock any iPhone app (except the dialer, per Apple policy) and select Safari websites\nCreate custom modes for different parts of your day: Work, Family, Sleep, Gym, Study, Focus, and more\nA built-in focus timer tracks how long you stay undistracted\nStrict Mode closes loopholes, preventing workarounds while you're in a session\n5 Emergency Unbricks included for unexpected situations\nUsage history tracks your progress so you can see how your habits improve over time.\nNo subscriptions and no monthly fees. Buy once, use forever\n\nDESIGNED FOR EVERY PART OF YOUR LIFE\nParents use Brick to create device-free  family time and build healthier habits around technology. Students rely on it during study sessions and exam prep when focus matters most. Professionals use it for deep work without the constant pull of notifications.  Athletes keep it in the locker room to stay locked in before competition.\nBrick is also a thoughtful gift for anyone trying to build a healthier relationship with their screen habits, reduce anxiety from constant notifications, or simply spend less time scrolling and more time living.\n\nWHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING\nFeatured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, CNN, The Economist, Fortune, Vogue, TechCrunch, CNET, Fast Company, The Washington Post, Business Insider, and The New Yorker.\n\n With over 35,000 five-star reviews, people describe Brick as the thing that finally helped them break free from screen addiction.\nJoin a growing community choosing to take back their time and reclaim hours lost to technology.\n\n\nHSA & FSA ELIGIBLE\nBrick qualifies as an HSA and FSA eligible purchase through our partnership with Truemed. Use pre-tax health savings to invest in your digital wellness and mental health.\n\n\nWHAT'S INCLUDED\nYour purchase includes the physical Brick and full lifetime access to the companion app. No subscriptions. No hidden fees. No ads.\n\nBrick helps you take back your time, turn your phone back into a tool, and use technology the way it should be: with intention.","facts":{"developer_id":1686383161,"developer_url":null,"first_released":"2023-09-15T07:00:00Z","support_url":"https://support.getbrick.com/","privacy_url":"https://getbrick.com/pages/privacy-policy","website_url":null,"app_version":"2026.42.2","release_notes":"Thank you for updating the Brick app! 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