HOA 226: Focus Modes Pt. 1

Most users barely scratch the surface of Apple's Focus presets and triggers. Find out how customizing these settings can turn your device into a smart assistant that truly gets your day-to-day routine. These overlooked Focus features can let you shape your own digital boundaries. Differences Between Focus Modes and Classic Do Not Disturb Overview of Built-In Focus Presets and Customization Options Manual Activation and Scheduling of Focus Modes on Devices Focus Automation: Timed, Location-Based, App-Based, and Smart Activation Controlling Who and What Gets Through During a Focus Allow Lists vs Block Lists for Contacts and Apps Creating a Custom "Heads Down" Focus Mode Step-by-Step Deep Work Focus: Customizing Allowed Notifications and Triggers Homework Challenge: Set Up and Live With a Focus Mode Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free audio and video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: Melissa.com/twit