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Internet addiction is on the rise.

Its game-like aesthetics and fun concept have made it go viral ahead of its launch next week.

I cant imagine beingsurroundedby it in the way thatkidsare nowadays.

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Thesecomplex algorithmstrack user data and carefully adjust the apps content for maximum engagement, Vasquez explained.

The more the user spends time on the internet, thebetter itbecomesat keepingthem engaged.

For all of us, but especially for thenewer generations.

Hands touching grass and daisies, depicting app concept linked to social media usage.

The name itself is a tongue-in-cheek reference to a common phrase used on gaming forums.

Leaving the digital world behind to go outside feels like an old-school thing to do nowadays, he remarked.

This could get big, another said.

Person sitting at a table with grass covering, next to a smartphone and green drink, related to app controversy.

Add streaks, levels, and perhaps a touch tree option too!

Some users pointed out an interesting problem with the app, Okay, what if theres no grass?

Can you make a touch snow version?

App forces you to touch grass to unblock social media, showing screen time trends and productivity features.

I love this, and its very creative, another said.

Unfortunately, I live in Minnesota and will not have grass again until April.

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App screen showing a hand on grass, illustrating “touch grass” feature to unblock social media.

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Check out the results:

A person using an app on their phone outdoors to unblock social media, sitting on grass beside a laptop.

Tweet about “Touch Grass” app waitlist linking social media and reality.

Smartphone on grass displays “touch grass” app, next to a green cup, illustrating social media unblocking method.

Room with green carpet resembling grass illustrating social media app controversy.

Tweet from user responding to an app controversy: “modern problems require ancient solutions”.

Tweet criticizing a controversial app forcing users to touch grass to unblock social media, sparking debate online.

Tweet by Bovada Casino about app that forces you to touch grass, expressing concern with a crying emoji.

Tweet about app requiring outdoor activity to address social media addiction.

Tweet about app encouraging outdoor activity, promoting balance between screen time and fresh air.

Tweet from WitchyCatLady about app requiring users to go outside, discussing its impracticality in extreme climates; controversy noted.

Tweet reacting to app controversy with emojis and emphasis on “insane.

A tweet discussing reliance on technology, related to the “Touch Grass” app controversy.

Tweet about controversial app forcing users to touch grass to unblock social media.

Tweet screenshot discussing app forcing users to touch grass to unlock social media, sparking debate.

Tweet discussing app that blocks social media until touching grass, sparking controversy.

Tweet praising app forcing users offline to unblock social media, sparks controversy.

Tweet screenshot discussing social media app controversy, expressing hope for future generations.

Tweet by “The Secretary For War” discussing app controversy, hoping someone makes money on launch day.