Tech Giant�s New Gadget Promises to Free You From Tech�Ironically

In a paradoxical twist, tech giant NeuroLink unveiled its "Mindful Disconnect" wristband�a $399 device designed to reduce screen addiction by emitting gentle shocks when users check their phones too often. The catch? It requires a companion app with 47 permissions, including location and biometric data. "It's like a nicotine patch for doomscrolling," said CEO Darren Pike, while demonstrating how the device syncs with his smart fridge. Critics argue the product perpetuates the problem it claims to solve, noting that firmware updates (mandatory) often crash the device. Early adopters report mixed results: one user gained 14 hours of productivity per week, while another developed anxiety from the band's constant haptic "nudges." The company plans a premium subscription for "advanced detox analytics."