# Connected Anti-Distraction Timers The 'Kōno' Productivity Timer Device Works with macOS By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-05-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/productivity-timer-device References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/kono-productivity-system-learn-to-focus-work-with-intention/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/kono-flip-on-your-focus-mode?utm_medium=GadgetFlow&utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow)  The 'Kōno' productivity timer device is a solution for professionals alike to help them take more control over their schedule and feel more productive during office hours. The device features a compact design that's equipped with a small display and works by being set up with your choice of activities. Users can then simply flip the device onto the designated side to start the timer, which will help them to focus more acutely on the task at hand. The 'Kōno' productivity timer device is compatible for use with [macOS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-pause) devices, which will automatically activate a range of digital functions according to preferences. This could include activating the do not disturb function, starting a playlist, closing windows, blocking certain websites and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Productivity Timers:** Opportunity for developing more advanced productivity timers with automatic activity tracking and integration with digital devices. - **Anti-distraction Devices:** Opportunity for creating new devices that help professionals stay focused and block out distractions during work hours. - **Digital Work Assistants:** Opportunity for developing digital assistants or software that automatically adjust digital functions to help improve workplace productivity. ### Where This Applies - **Productivity Tools:** Development of the productivity tools sector as people are looking for new technologies to stay focused. - **Office Supply:** Innovation in anti-distraction devices can shift the traditional office supply industry to towards building new types of devices that help maintain focus. - **Software Development:** Development of software that monitors and adjusts digital functions to help improve productivity is an opportunity for software developers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Productivity Assistant Timers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/productivity-timer.md) - [Digitized Productivity Timers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodizer-platform.md) - [Digitized Hourglass Productivity Timers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focus-timer.md) - [Focus-Forward Timers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meti-device.md) - [Focus Time Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomotimer.md) - [Productivity Maximizing Adjustable Hourglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focus-timer1.md) - [Anti-Distraction Meditation Timers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meditation-timer.md) - [Distraction-Limiting Work Timers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodoro-todo-list-manager.md) - [Mindful Time Management Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-pause.md)