In 1999, the digital universe entered my life through Yahoo email, a time when my gadgets only consumed about 10 minutes a day, including 5 minutes for attempting to connect via dial-up – those were the days!
The real turning point, however, came in 2008 with my first smartphone, introducing me to the perpetual challenge of Nomophobia. These sleek devices, though fancy, seemed to live in our pockets, subtly devouring our minds with a constant stream of information, from “how to cut water” to “999 toilet paper usage lifehacks.”
Fast forward to 2020 – a year of significant change. Firstly, I met Daryna and fell in love, a magnificent experience. Secondly, I assessed the time spent on numerous chats and social networks – a staggering four hours per day, over 16% of my life consumed by the digital world.
Daryna and I made a bold decision to limit our digital presence, reserving time for more meaningful life events, like secretly planting our favorite flowers in the neighbor’s park (Daryna found it amusing; I, not so much, digging soil at night).
We didn’t want to reject technological progress but sought a balance between digital freedom and avoiding the shackles of digital slavery. Spoiler alert: We succeeded!
In our quest, we reinvented one-way communication, a method lost since the pre-Internet era. People used to leave announcements at their front doors – “Out of town,” “Do not disturb,” “To let,” or “Warning! Angry cat inside” – effective, one-way communication that saved our ancestors billions of hours. Inspired by this, we created the first private version of Tie-In between us. It was perfect – knowing Daryna’s status directly in my phone’s contact book without the need for networks or messengers.
Encouraged by the positive impact, we decided to share Tie-In with the world. My dream? A front door announcement option for all 834 of my mobile contacts. Time-wasting is a concerning trend globally, and I am confident there are millions like us, seeking a one-way communication method to streamline connections.
Join us in this transformative journey with Tie-In, where communication becomes meaningful, efficient, and tailored to your life’s priorities. Download our app and rediscover the simplicity of staying connected without the digital noise. Let’s revolutionize the way we communicate together!