How to limit the constant distraction of smartphone notifications


Smartphone notifications can be a distraction during the day and at night. — AFP Relaxnews

If you’re tired of being constantly disturbed by the beeping of your smartphone’s notifications, then bear in mind that these can be easily configured to make them less distracting. Here are a few tips to help take your mind off your phone.

Have you ever wondered how many times you look at your smartphone in a day? Studies have shown that this can exceed 100 times for adults, and more than double that for teenagers. Yet there are some relatively simple ways to help curb your addiction to notifications.

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