The invisible design behind your endless smartphone scrolling
Have you ever picked up your phone for a single task, only to find twenty minutes have vanished? This video explores the specific design strategies apps use to capture and hold your attention.
The episode examines the mechanics of digital engagement, investigating how mobile applications are engineered to prevent users from putting them down. It delves into the psychological architecture that turns a quick check of a notification into a period of unintentional, prolonged usage.
Source: How your phone keeps you scrolling ... even when you want to stop | The Indicator
