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I was looking for a software like this since A VERY LONG TIME! - Version: 1.5.5, 11/27/2009 05:42AM PST
goldopuk
Thanks for developping it. I am trying it right now. I think it is going to save my neck and my shoulders :)
You deserve some Time Out! 
- Version: 1.5.2, 6/8/2008 06:39AM PST
(2 of 2 users found this comment useful)
macpug
Dejal’s Time Out helps you combat RSI (Repetitive Stress Injury) and encourages you to take frequent breaks while working or playing at your computer. It's easy to get involved in something and, before you know it, you realize that your neck, shoulders, and back are aching! That’s where Time Out comes into play. It reminds you to take regular breaks.
There are several customization options via the preferences menu. There is also a button that allows you to postpone the break or to skip it altogether. Many new features, some that are now available by running Automator actions or scripts, will be included when v. 2.0 is released.
For now, Time Out is free. Use it, love it, and get attached to it. Consider making a donation to further Time Out’s development. Anyone who makes a donation in any amount prior to the upgrade being released will receive a free license for Version 2. You can’t beat that!
There are several customization options via the preferences menu. There is also a button that allows you to postpone the break or to skip it altogether. Many new features, some that are now available by running Automator actions or scripts, will be included when v. 2.0 is released.
For now, Time Out is free. Use it, love it, and get attached to it. Consider making a donation to further Time Out’s development. Anyone who makes a donation in any amount prior to the upgrade being released will receive a free license for Version 2. You can’t beat that!
You deserve some Time Out! - Version: 1.5.2, 6/8/2008 06:38AM PST
macpug
Dejal’s Time Out helps you combat RSI (Repetitive Stress Injury) and encourages you to take frequent breaks while working or playing at your computer. It's easy to get involved in something and, before you know it, you realize that your neck, shoulders, and back are aching! That’s where Time Out comes into play. It reminds you to take regular breaks.
There are several customization options via the preferences menu. There is also a button that allows you to postpone the break or to skip it altogether. Many new features, some that are now available by running Automator actions or scripts, will be included when v. 2.0 is released.
For now, Time Out is free. Use it, love it, and get attached to it. Consider making a donation to further Time Out’s development. Anyone who makes a donation in any amount prior to the upgrade being released will receive a free license for Version 2. You can’t beat that!
There are several customization options via the preferences menu. There is also a button that allows you to postpone the break or to skip it altogether. Many new features, some that are now available by running Automator actions or scripts, will be included when v. 2.0 is released.
For now, Time Out is free. Use it, love it, and get attached to it. Consider making a donation to further Time Out’s development. Anyone who makes a donation in any amount prior to the upgrade being released will receive a free license for Version 2. You can’t beat that!
Saves your eyesight and body! - Version: 1.5.2, 3/20/2008 02:35PM PST
(2 of 2 users found this comment useful)
pat1990
This program was recommended to me. I have chronic dry eye and am nearsighted and being at my iMac all day aggravates both of these. Time Out has two different kinds of breaks.There's a short break - I use that to just look away from my computer every 10 minutes for 10 seconds. The main break is long enough to get out from my chair and away from my iMac to stretch for 10 minutes. You can set either of the short or long break to take place at any interval you want FOR any time you want. Sometimes if I'm working on an article I choose to "skip" the break not to lose my train of thought. This has greatly reduced my eyestrain and helped improve my dry eyes.
This tool has changed my life! - Version: 1.5.1, 11/20/2007 01:24PM PST
(3 of 3 users found this comment useful)
penina1
My back and neck are better... my eyes are better... and stepping away from the computer for a few minutes is helping me think, create, etc. No more slogging away at a project that just doesn't seem to solve itself!
I started out by breaking for just five minutes every 50 minutes, and have gradually worked up. I can now step away for eight minutes without becoming impatient.
Also, consider turning the "fade out" time way down. Having your screen fade for 30 seconds (the default) may be as annoying to you as it was for me. If I want to delay or cancel the break, I have to sit there and wait until the options appear. Turning the fade down to about 5 seconds means I can quickly click a button to skip the break if I am doing something that just can't wait.
I started out by breaking for just five minutes every 50 minutes, and have gradually worked up. I can now step away for eight minutes without becoming impatient.
Also, consider turning the "fade out" time way down. Having your screen fade for 30 seconds (the default) may be as annoying to you as it was for me. If I want to delay or cancel the break, I have to sit there and wait until the options appear. Turning the fade down to about 5 seconds means I can quickly click a button to skip the break if I am doing something that just can't wait.
Worth using - Version: 1.5.1, 9/4/2007 08:17PM PST
(2 of 2 users found this comment useful)
laurakling
Time Out offers 2 kinds of breaks, both which are user defined. The main break--I have mine set for a 2 minute break every hour--allows enough time to get some serious work done before getting up, stretching and moving around. The micro breaks are very brief and acts as a gentle reminder to breath and move, but are not long enough to break your chain of thought. There's an option to allow a break to be postponed or skipped, which is handy if a client is sitting next to you. I've found the program to be very helpful and easy to use. I appreciate all the user defined options for setting breaks. My back, neck and shoulders are pleased too.
Worth using - Version: 1.5.1, 9/4/2007 08:17PM PST
laurakling
Time Out offers 2 kinds of breaks, both which are user defined. The main break--I have mine set for a 2 minute break every hour--allows enough time to get some serious work done before getting up, stretching and moving around. The micro breaks are very brief and acts as a gentle reminder to breath and move, but are not long enough to break your chain of thought. There's an option to allow a break to be postponed or skipped, which is handy if a client is sitting next to you. I've found the program to be very helpful and easy to use. I appreciate all the user defined options for setting breaks. My back, neck and shoulders are pleased too.
Worth using - Version: 1.5.1, 9/4/2007 08:05PM PST
laurakling
Time Out offers 2 kinds of breaks, both which are user defined. The main break--I have mine set for a 2 minute break every hour--allows enough time to get some serious work done before getting up, stretching and moving around. The micro breaks are very brief and acts as a gentle reminder to breath and move, but are not long enough to break your chain of thought. There's an option to allow a break to be postponed or skipped, which is handy if a client is sitting next to you. I've found the program to be very helpful and easy to use. I appreciate all the user defined options for setting breaks. My back, neck and shoulders are pleased too.
Good idea, but heavy on the CPU... - Version: 1.5.1, 8/7/2007 03:02AM PST
justamacuser
... my Powerbook hovers at about 50% CPU load during the "pause..." screen, which seems just a tad high for a program that only counts down the seconds? It tends to kick in its fan for the duration of the break, which isn't quite what i expected. There might be room for improvement there...
