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"I didn't realize having my phone on my desk or even in my pocket was costing me so much time. This new habit has been great for my focus and productivity."

Add 30-60 minutes of productive time to your day

The Phone Cubbie uses proven psychology to help you stay off your phone.

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How the Phone Cubbie works

[] Keeps phone out of sightline. If your brain can't see it or feel it, it can focus

[] Absorbs vibrations so you don't hear or feel them, unlike on your desk or pocket

[] Removes your phones "pull" on your attention by creating a bit of friction

[] Helps you not have to rely on willpower alone

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The 4 places to keep your phone

with a smartphone on it, lit up

On Desk (worst)


Leaving your phone on your desk is the worst option. The University of Texas at Austin found that the mere presence of a smartphone—even face-down and powered off—reduces working memory and problem-solving ability. Just seeing your phone is enough to drain your cognitive capacity.

a close up on a man's leg, he is sitting in an office chair and clearly has a phone in his pocket

Pocket or Bag (better)

Putting your phone in your pocket or bag offers a small improvement, but not much. You still feel its weight, hear notifications, and experience the mental pull of knowing it’s right there. The distraction is quieter—but still present.

In Phone Cubbie (best)

Storing your phone in the Phone Cubbie is the sweet spot. It removes the phone from your line of sight, blocks screen light flare-ups, dampens vibrations, and breaks the automatic checking habit—without creating separation anxiety. It’s the easiest, most practical way to get real, science-backed focus.

A woman is sitting at her desk in her home office. There is no phone in the picture. She seems to have some anxiety and instead of looking at her computer, she is looking a closed door in the background

In Another Room (ideal...but)

Putting your phone in a different room sounds ideal, but it often backfires. Some studies show that when people are completely separated from their phone, their anxiety increases, which can hurt performance just as much as having the phone too close. It’s a theoretically perfect solution that rarely works in real life.

Two types of distractions


There are two types of distractions:

1) You have 5 minutes till the next meeting, so you decide to scroll. This is a decision you make.


2) Your hand reaches for your phone almost subconsciously and you get sucked in. This is a cycle that the Phone Cubbie can break.

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    Academic achievement

    For Students

    Phone Cubbie helps you stay locked in while everyone else is getting derailed by their screen.

    We are entering a hyper competitive environment and focus is your advantage.

    Finish tasks faster

    Earning season

    For High Performers in a Distracted Workplace

    Your phone makes you look distracted. Phone Cubbie makes you look focused.

    Small moments of focus create big career advantages.

    Gaining even 30–60 minutes of real focus each day adds up to dozens of extra hours of high-quality work per month. Phone Cubbie pays for itself in your first week of improved performance.

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      Real examples of Phone Cubbie customers

      • Grace | Age 24 | Boston, MA

        "I was skeptical but it works. A couple of times I've almost left my phone at work cause I've gotten up and totally forgot about it. It really keeps the phone off your mind not being able to see it or feel it."

      • Colin | 40 | Madison, WI

        "I like a non cluttered desk, so in addition to the benefit of not being distracted by my phone, I enjoy seeing my desk clean and empty."

      • Steven | Age 19 | New Haven, CT

        "Definitely helps with interruptions. When I take my phone out I can see how many times I would have been interrupted based on texts and notifications."
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      How does the Phone Cubbie actually work?

      The Phone Cubbie works on a simple but powerful principle: out of sight, out of mind. Research from the University of Texas at Austin shows that even the mere presence of a smartphone can drain up to 11.2% of your available cognitive capacity — a phenomenon called “brain drain.” By placing your phone inside the Phone Cubbie and out of your line of sight, your brain stops allocating attention to it. That frees up more mental energy for deep work, sharper focus, and greater productivity. It’s a small change that creates a big difference in how much you get done.

      Why can't I just put my phone in my pocket or purse to get the same result?

      While putting your phone in your pocket or purse may hide the screen, your brain still registers its presence. The Phone Cubbie is different because it creates a physical and psychological barrier — a dedicated, out-of-sight space under your desk. That subtle shift removes the “itch” to check your phone, making it far more effective than slipping it into your pocket or bag.

      How do I install?

      Installing the Phone Cubbie takes less than a minute and requires no tools. Each unit comes with industrial-strength hook-and-loop fasteners (similar to Velcro) that easily attach to the underside of your desk. Just peel, stick, and press firmly — that’s it.

      What is included with the Phone Cubbie?

      Phone Cubbie (sleek black acrylic, sized to fit all modern smartphones)

      • Custom Acoustic Foam designed to mute vibrations and keep your desk quiet

      • Mounting kit with heavy-duty hook-and-loop fasteners for under-desk installation

      • Quick start guide with setup instructions and focus tips

      What if I need to be available for important calls or emergencies?

      You don’t have to worry about missing critical calls. iPhones (and most smartphones) let you override silent mode for specific contacts. On an iPhone, you can enable Emergency Bypass in your Contacts app so that certain people’s calls will ring through, even if your phone is on silent and stored in the Phone Cubbie. That way, you stay focused without cutting yourself off from what really matters.

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