FocusBeats: Study Music Timer

Now works without Apple Music! Royalty-free themes give you a full Pomodoro timer with focus music for free. With Apple Music: all 48 themes unlocked.

Transform your work and study sessions into a productive and enjoyable experience. FocusBeats combines the power of music and the proven efficiency of the Pomodoro technique into a single application. Whether you're crunching numbers, crafting your latest piece, or studying for exams, FocusBeats is your go-to for maintaining focus and enhancing productivity.

--- Works With or Without Apple Music --- FocusBeats now ships with built-in royalty-free focus music — no Apple Music subscription needed. Pick a royalty-free theme, hit start, and you have a fully working Pomodoro timer with focus music. If you do have Apple Music, every one of the 48 themes is unlocked for you, with hand-curated playlists from Apple's catalog.

--- 48 Hand-Curated Themes Across 6 Categories --- Dive into an extensive collection of music themes ranging from broad topics like "Movie & TV Soundtracks" and "Classical Music" to more focused ones like "Studio Ghibli", "Minecraft", "Harry Potter", and "Beethoven", neatly organized into six broad categories: Moods, Genres, Video Games, Movies & TV Shows, Soundtrack Composers, and Classical Composers. There's a theme for every mood and task.

--- Customizable Pomodoro Sessions --- Tailor your focus sessions with three selectable Pomodoro lengths. Choose the number of Pomodoros to fit your schedule and break structure, optimizing your efficiency and focus.

--- Thematic Audiovisual Experience --- With each theme, enjoy a carefully curated playlist paired with hand-painted artwork that matches the mood of the music. This unique combination not only aids in concentration but also adds an element of enjoyment to your work or study routine.

--- Curated Music for Focus --- Every playlist has been hand-curated and refined for focus — distracting tracks removed, instrumental balance prioritized, and seamless transitions between songs. Say goodbye to distractions and hello to productive, deep focus sessions.

--- Suggest New Themes --- Is your favorite theme missing? No problem! You can suggest new themes to be added, making FocusBeats a continually evolving platform shaped by its community.

===== How It Works =====

1. Select Your Theme: Choose from 48 different themes across 6 categories to match your task or mood.
2. Customize Your Pomodoro: Decide on the length and number of Pomodoros that suit your workflow.
3. Focus and Enjoy: Start your session with your selected theme playing in the background, accompanied by a fitting image to enhance your focus.
4. Automatic Breaks: Get informed about breaks with an audio cue and your background music pausing. Dive right back in when the music continues playing!

===== Why FocusBeats? =====

1. Enhanced Productivity: Combining music and the Pomodoro technique helps you achieve high levels of productivity.
2. Variety and Customization: With 48 themes and flexible session configurations, you can personalize your focus experience.
3. Community-Driven Content: Your suggestions help expand our theme collection, ensuring there's always something new to explore.
4. FocusBeats is more than just a timer; it's a lifestyle tool designed to enhance your work and study sessions.

Join the FocusBeats community today and take the first step towards transforming your productivity and focus!

-- Notes -- – 5 royalty-free themes (HoliznaCC0, Kevin MacLeod, Scott Buckley, Jason Shaw, Sascha Ende) play without any subscription — fully functional Pomodoro timer with focus music, free. – The other 43 themes use Apple Music's catalog and require an Apple Music subscription. – All 48 themes are unlocked from day one — there is no in-app purchase gate on themes. An optional In-App Purchase unlocks longer Pomodoro lengths (60 / 90 minutes) and longer session counts.

-- Legal Notice -- Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/