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Welcome back to Digital Minimalist, your guide to limiting distractions and using technology intentionally.
This week, we'll look at Brave's new minimalist browser, a few apps worth scrolling, create a more intentional iPhone Home Screen, and more.
Brave released a minimalist version of Brave browser
Brave now offers Brave Origin, a minimalist version of its browser designed for users who simply want the privacy of Brave without the extra features.
Origin removes Brave Rewards, Wallet, Leo AI, VPN, and other built-in services that have gradually been integrated into the browser over the years.
Available as a standalone browser or as an upgrade for existing Brave users, Origin costs a one-time payment of $59.99. Linux users can use it for free.
4 Apps to replace mindless scrolling
Not all scrolling has to be a waste of time.
We found four apps that offer a TikTok-style scrolling experience, but with content designed to help you learn something new or spark curiosity.
Read the full article to learn more about each app.
How to achieve a minimalist iPhone with Blank Spaces
Getting distracted by our phones is easier than ever.
One way to make your phone feel less distracting is to replace colorful app icons with simple text labels.
Read the full article to learn how to create this setup using Blank Spaces.
Also worth checking out
Free access to Blinkist for Singaporeans. Singapore's National Library Board (NLB) now includes Blinkist as part of its eResources, giving library members free access to the popular book summary app.
Apple adds an Ambient Music widget. Available in iOS 26.4, the new widget lets you start playlists for Sleep, Chill, Productivity, and Wellbeing right from your Home Screen. You can use it for free, with no Apple Music subscription required.
Mist is one of the simplest calorie trackers. Just describe what you ate in natural language, and the app estimates the calories and macros for each item. It feels like a good use of AI, turning the tedious process of tracking calories into something that feels less like work.
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Wrapping up
We hope you found something useful to make your digital life a little simpler and more intentional.
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