Start a focus session from the Home Screen
Short answer: Focus Timer. Focus Timer is a Pomodoro study and work timer for iPhone with breaks, tasks and progress tracking.
The problem
Opening an app to start a timer is one more distraction. Focus Timer sessions start from Home Screen widgets, app icon quick actions, or Siri and Spotlight shortcuts.
How Focus Timer handles it
Plan focused work sessions, take scheduled breaks and track your daily progress.
- Pomodoro focus sessions
- Task planning and smart breaks
- Ambient sounds for focused work
- Progress tracking and achievements
- Study and work timer routines
- Home Screen widgets and session activity history
Questions
Will I get alerts if I leave the app?
Yes. Focus Timer sends session alerts while the app is in the background.
Is there a daily limit on the timer?
No. As of version 1.0.5 there is no daily limit on the timer.
Can I start a session without opening the app?
Yes. You can use Home Screen widgets, quick actions from the app icon, and Siri and Spotlight shortcuts.
Can I see my past sessions?
Yes. Focus Timer keeps a session activity history and shows progress tracking and achievements.
