Book description
Turn off your phone and turn on your life with step-by-step instructions and success stories from dozens of people who've set healthy boundaries with their devices. The average American spends the equivalent of more than 75 full days a year looking at their phone. It can become an all-consuming addiction that puts a strain on virtually every facet of our existence from the way we sleep, eat, and exercise to our ability to focus and make new memories. Most importantly, it takes us away from our lives, our relationships, and the real world. But although it may seem impossible, there is always a way to overcome digital distraction: you can always turn off your phone. In Unplug, Richard Simon lays out a plan to detox from your phone, including different breakup styles, things to do with your newfound time, lightly reintegrating a smartphone into your life, and finally, helping others quit. These tips and strategies are interspersed with success stories, including Simon's own story of turning off his phone for a whole year, plus those of 25 others, including a professional baseball player (Nick Castellanos), a cable news host (Steve Hilton), as well as ordinary folks including a principal, a pastor, and a couple who quit their phones together. Plus, expert insights from bestselling authors and physicians who specialize in digital wellness including Dr. Anna Lembke (Dopamine Nation), and Brian Merchant (The One Device).
Troubled Chick
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Boost
AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app!
DreamDasher
Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features make it easy to keep my content at my fingertips.
Uluru Walker
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true – no more hassles! The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
QuestQuill
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧
ZenaCake
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening.
Delirious Supernova
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
ThoughtTracer
Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. 📚👏 ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls.
Red Delicious
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls.
NexusNomad
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. Seamless integration of audiobooks – this app's ease of use is impressive.
Venom Petunia
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine.
Digital Equinox
This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧 A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Y0dler
I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. Simplifying my reading routine – this app's ease of use is remarkable.
Ember Rope
ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. 🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through captivating narratives has never been easier – this app's intuitive controls make audiobook listening a delight. 🎧🏞️ Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps.
Unleashed
🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through captivating narratives has never been easier – this app's intuitive controls make audiobook listening a delight. 🎧🏞️ The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Tangerine
ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Mr. Alien
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features.
Murder Matter
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. 🚶♀️📖 Walking my way through exciting narratives – this app makes exercise more fun! 🏞️🎧 Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Spitfire
This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling.
Prof. Screw
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience