Breathe with your eyes closed
Audio cues, vibration and ambience
You do not have to watch the screen. Steady can tell you each step with a voice or a vibration, so you can breathe with your eyes closed.
Audio guide
Turn on the audio guide under Audio and Vibration Cues in Settings. Choose a male voice (Alex) or a female voice (Akari).
Vibration feedback
Turn on vibration feedback to feel each change of step. You can also turn on an ending bell.
Ambience
Tap the music icon on the home screen to pick a background sound for your session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steady tell me when to breathe without looking at the screen?
Yes. Turn on the audio guide or vibration feedback under Audio and Vibration Cues in Settings.
Can I choose the voice?
Yes. Choose Alex (male) or Akari (female).
Can I play background sounds?
Yes. Tap the music icon on the home screen and pick an ambience.
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