# Distraction-Deterring Smartphones The Siempo Smartphone Limits Distractions for Healthier Living By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-03-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limit-distractions References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/article/siempo-distraction-limiting-phone/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/siempo/the-phone-for-humans) It's important to limit distractions on a daily basis to ensure that each task you partake in gets your best attention, so the Siempo smartphone is an upstream solution to making this a consistent notion. The Siempo smartphone does away with the [traditional interface of mainstream smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blank-spaces-app) and makes it simple to respond to messages or find information you need. While other smartphones are constantly buzzing and beeping every time a notification comes through, the Siempo smartphone holds everything in to be seen all at once at a designated time. The Siempo smartphone also works to limit distractions by featuring a physical button that will enable you to [pause all functionality of the device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muto) without having to open an app or select a certain mode. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Distraction-limiting Technologies:** Companies can develop and market products that promote focus and limit distractions in our daily lives. - **Simplified User Interfaces:** Companies can create devices or applications with simple user interfaces to reduce the cognitive load experienced when using technology. - **Scheduled Notifications:** Scheduled notifications can be used to reduce the constant influx of information that can lead to distractions and interruptions. ### Where This Applies - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Smartphone manufacturers can develop devices that prioritize focus and limit distractions to appeal to a growing segment of health-conscious consumers. - **Productivity Tools:** Productivity tool developers can design applications that help users achieve their goals by removing distractions and increasing focus. - **Digital Wellness:** The emerging digital wellness industry can incorporate the development of products that limit distractions and promote mental health in a world of constant connectivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anti-Distraction Smartphone Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolt-app.md) - [Minimalist Smartphone Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dumb-phone-app.md) - [Distraction-Limiting Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shrewd-observer.md) - [Minimalist Phone Home Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-distractions.md) - [Minimalist Phone Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dumb-phone1.md) - [Simplistic Distraction-Free Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lofone.md) - [Mindful Smartphone Usage Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intenty-app.md) - [Minimal Phone Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimis-launcher.md) - [Anti-Distraction Communication Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beepberry.md)