Digital detox: The apps that help you cut down on smartphone use


This year’s summer vacation could be the perfect opportunity to try a digital detox. — AFP Relaxnews

From morning to night, the smartphone is a tool that seems to accompany us in all our day-to-day activities.

From the alarm clock wake-up call, to emails, games, calls and social networks, the day can quickly be filled with all manner of activities on this touchscreen device. Summer could be the perfect time to give yourself the digital detox you might well need.

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