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This tiny, magnetic e-reader could stop you from doomscrolling

The Xteink X3 is a delightfully tiny, MagSafe-compatible e-ink reader that attaches to the back of your phone like a Pop Socket.

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May 3, 2026 at 13:00 TechCrunch

This tiny, magnetic e-reader could stop you from doomscrolling

The Xteink X3 is a delightfully tiny, MagSafe-compatible e-ink reader that attaches to the back of your phone like a Pop Socket.

Apr 25, 2026 at 15:00 TechCrunch

Apps to distract you from the endless cycle of doomscrolling

It's hard to break the cycle of doomscrolling, but there are plenty of apps that can help you spend more time on content that’s engaging ...

Apr 23, 2026 at 19:38 TechCrunch

Meet Noscroll, an AI bot that does your doomscrolling for you

Noscroll wants to cure doomscrolling with an AI bot that reads the internet for you.

Apr 21, 2026 at 15:24 TechCrunch

Bond, a new social media platform, wants to use AI to help you kick your doomscrolling habit

Bond wants you to get off the couch and get back into the real world, its creator says. The new platform's AI system is designed to motiv...

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Bond, a new social media platform, wants to use AI to help you kick your doomscrolling habit

Bond wants you to get off the couch and get back into the real world, its creator says. The new platform's AI system is designed to motivate users to do things away from the app.

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