As a computer scientist and mum who appreciates the role of digital devices in child education and development, I noticed a significant gap in existing parental control apps. They were adequate for basic tasks like locking devices and setting time limits but fell short in customising to the developmental needs of our children.My primary challenge was ensuring that my daughter used her screen time effectively, balancing educational, productive, and entertainment apps without my constant supervision. Additionally, it was crucial to prevent her from using up her daily screen time allowance in one sitting without me frequently locking and unlocking her device, thus allowing her eyes and mind to rest periodically from continuous screen exposure.Driven by these challenges, I developed Alpha Screen, a cutting-edge parental control app designed for parents who need more flexibility and precise control. Alpha Screen allows parents to set conditional screen time schedules, unlocking specific apps only after the child completes productive activities, such as playing chess, practising times tables, or engaging with educational apps. It also allows you to distribute screen time throughout the day in predetermined intervals, thus eliminating the need for constant manual locking and unlocking.Alpha Screen enhances the way parents manage screen time, ensuring that children use technology in a productive and healthy way. This app has transformed my daughter's tech interactions, and I am eager to help other parents cultivate responsible and beneficial digital habits in their children.
