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Only 2.5% of people can genuinely multitask. Here's what the science says about switch costs and how to get your focus back.

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We’re all time-poor, so multi-tasking is seen as a necessity of modern living. We answer work emails while watching TV, make shopping lists in meetings and listen to podcasts when doing the dishes. We ...

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The iPad has evolved into a powerful tool for productivity, thanks to the robust multitasking features introduced in recent versions of iPadOS. While these features differ from traditional laptop ...

The allure of multitasking is hard to ignore. Of course it sounds like a great idea to take that meeting from the car, or to have Real Housewives on “in the background” while you work, or to check ...