importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-08-01T15:58:17Z

Autonomous Key: A $9 NFC Device for Physically Locking Addictive Apps

#hardware #ai #apps

The Autonomous Key is a $9 NFC-enabled hardware device that physically locks distracting apps on smartphones, requiring physical presence to unlock and leveraging AI insights for user behavior tracking. It offers a low-cost alternative to similar products with no subscription fees and multi-device compatibility.

This $9 NFC key requires you to physically scan it to unlock distracting apps on your phone.

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