Theo is working from home on an important coding assignment on his laptop. He becomes deeply focused and wants to finish his current task before stopping.
Glisser: 2
I can't stop now. I will lose my flow.
Time for a break?
Theo is deeply focused on his coding assignment and ignores a regular break reminder.
Glisser: 3
The app detects prolonged focus and sends a signal to Break Buddy via Bluetooth, which gently changes its light and makes a soft sound to get Theo's attention.
Glisser: 4
Hmm? I've been working for a while
Theo notices the physical Buddy changing in his workplace. It catches his attention without blocking his laptop or demanding that he stops immediately.
Glisser: 5
Still one more task..
Theo responds: Theo opens the Break Buddy app. He selects I need
Glisser: 6
No worries! I can wait until you're ready.
Break Buddy waits: Break Buddy acknowledges Theo's choice and enters a quiet waiting state with an ambient light. Theo continues working on his task without further interruption.
Glisser: 7
Finally done. I'm ready for my break now.
Theo completes the function/task he was working on. Break Buddy remains gently active. Theo now decides that it is a good time to stop.
Glisser: 8
Theo uses the phone app to view a suitable short activity recommendation, such as Stretch, Eye Rest, Hydrate or Move Around.
Glisser: 9
Theo steps away from his laptop and completes the selected activity. The app communicates with the physical Buddy, which changes to a calm break mode with a slow breathing light.
Glisser: 10
Okay back to work!
The app confirms that the break is complete. The physical Buddy returns to its resting state and Theo returns to his laptop feeling refreshed.