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This $9 key physically locks your most addictive apps

Monday, July 27, 2026

A $9 NFC key requires physical scanning to unlock designated applications on a smartphone.

Original reporting: https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/27/this-9-key-physically-locks-your-most-addictive-apps/

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