FAQ

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  • Our mission at EMBO is simple: to help you use your phone less when you don’t genuinely need it, reduce nonsense phone use, and build healthier habits around phone use

  • Boredom is deeply rooted in our brand; in fact, EMBO stands for EMBRACE BOREDOM. We believe reducing phone use driven by boredom starts with learning to accept and embrace the quiet, idle, uneventful moments throughout the day and recognizing their value

  • Everyone’s routine is unique, but we all experience what we call Solo Moments. These are the moments when you reach for your phone on impulse, without a real purpose. EMBO is designed to give you a different response in those moments. The EMBO app can help you identify your Solo Moments and make EMBO part of your routine

    Learn more about how EMBO works during your Solo Moments

  • Unlike screen time apps or phone lock boxes that block or restrict access to your device, EMBO takes a different approach. It focuses on helping you ride out the urge to reach for your phone in specific moments and build longer-lasting habits around phone use

  • EMBO is designed for people who want to use their phone less and are willing to build more intentional habits around their phone use

    Your most powerful tool is your willpower; the next one is EMBO

  • The main benefits of using EMBO come from building healthy phone habits that last. Reducing nonsense phone use can create more space for focus, clarity, and drive

  • EMBO’s scientific basis relies on median nerve stimulation and its potential to support parasympathetic activation

    Click here to further dive in the science behind EMBO

  • EMBO can support two types of effects: an immediate sensory response and a medium-term effect with consistent us

    In the moment, holding EMBO can help redirect your attention and manage the urge to check your phone. The medium-term effect is linked to stimulation of the median nerve. Consistent use for around 10 days is recommended, although individual results may vary

  • Yes. EMBO is designed for safe use when used according to the provided instructions. EMBO holds FCC, CE, and RoHS certifications related to safety and quality

  • EMBO delivers gentle pulses, and the intensity of the sensation depends on direct skin contact and your skin’s natural resistance

    To optimize the feeling, make sure both electrodes rest fully against your palm. For a more intense sensation, try lightly moistening your hands with water and then drying them thoroughly before use; this can help reduce skin resistance and make the pulses feel stronger

  • The EMBO app is currently available on iOS. Versions for other platforms are in the approval process and will be available shortly