What sets apart Focus mode on Android devices from iOS 15?

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Enhanced Focus Mode on Google Pixel 4 running Android 12 beta 2

Revamped Focus Mode experience on OneUI 3.1 (Android 11)

Focus mode is an expanded feature of Do Not Disturb introduced by Apple in iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS 12 Monterey. It allows users to customize multiple DnD profiles to suit different tasks and specific times, rather than simply turning off all notifications like previous OS versions.Focus mode surpasses DnD by permitting selected apps and contacts to send notifications or make calls while it's active. Although a new feature for Apple's operating systems, it has been present in Android devices for some time. For stock Android, it has been available since Google introduced Digital Wellbeing. In this article, I'll delve into how Focus mode operates on Android devices compared to iOS 15, iPadOS 15, or macOS Monterey. I'll demonstrate on two phones: the Google Pixel 4 running Android 12 beta 2 and the Galaxy A52 5G running OneUI 3.1 (Android 11).

Enhanced Focus Mode on Google Pixel 4 running Android 12 beta 2

The latest iteration of Focus Mode on Google Pixel, integrated into Digital Wellbeing, now offers extensive customization options for blocking notifications. In Android 12, users can schedule Focus Mode sessions and quickly toggle it from the Quick Settings menu.

Revamped Focus Mode experience on OneUI 3.1 (Android 11)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Focus mode and how does it work in Apple devices?

Focus mode, introduced in iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS 12, allows users to customize Do Not Disturb profiles for different tasks, enabling selected apps and contacts to send notifications while active.

How does Focus mode on Android differ from Apple's version?

Focus mode on Android, part of Digital Wellbeing, offers similar features to Apple's version, allowing users to schedule sessions and block notifications, providing extensive customization for productivity.

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