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India Today
4 days ago
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- India Today
So, you can't even watch Reels without 2X speed? Experts have something to say
You know something's off when you're watching a soulful rendition of a favourite song at 2X speed. In an anyway 30-second snippet, you hit the 2X button to focus on that one line you love the best."I subconsciously developed the habit of watching Reels at 2X speed and didn't think much of it, until one day, I caught myself doing the same with a video of one of my favourite songs," says Manya, a 29-year-old working professional from Delhi."My brother, who's also a music lover, was sitting next to me and pointed it out. That's when it really hit me. My attention span was probably further deteriorating," she Reels, which is already a short-form video format, at double speed has become the new normal for Instagram users. In March this year, the platform introduced a feature that lets users fast-forward a Reel by simply long-tapping on either edge of the screen. Do you also find it difficult to complete tasks without being distracted by your phone? (Photo: Unsplash) 'Today, we're globally launching the ability to play an Instagram Reel at 2X speed. This has been a highly requested feature from our community, and we hope being able to fast forward helps give you more control over your Reels experience as you connect with friends over content you love and enjoy,' Instagram move came after Meta extended the time limit for Reels to 3 sped-up content - A generic trendOther video platforms like YouTube and TikTok have already introduced this feature. Even on streaming platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video, viewers can fast-forward movies and shows.'I am an avid movie watcher, but it pains me when I'm in a theatre and find it impossible to skip a boring scene. Whenever I watch a movie at home on a streaming app, I skip unwanted songs and even scenes that I feel aren't substantial,' says 31-year-old Tanisha, admitting that she isn't very proud of this new content consumption habit she has it's not new for people to use this feature with long-form videos, applying it to already short video formats raises may seem like just another feature, getting used to it can significantly affect your attention span, cognitive abilities, and even relationships. This could possibly be the reason why you find it hard to read a book or watch a movie without a phone in your on our behaviour, attention span'Our tolerance for both slow and deep content has diminished because of this development. Our brains develop an intolerance toward slow-paced content, including deep conversations and long books as well as peaceful moments, because we constantly experience fast-paced content,' says Sheena Sood, psychologist and counsellor, P. D. Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre in Mumbai.'The fact that people now prefer watching even these fast-paced videos at double speed suggests they are becoming increasingly impatient. Even a second feels longer, and they want to get to the point faster. This implies that our baseline for patience and tolerance of content length is continually shrinking,' adds Dr Vishnu Gade, consultant, psychiatry, Arete if you watch short videos at 2X speed, you may find it harder to learn new things or pay attention to the details when a loved one is speaking to you - that's what health experts overload and time pressure are among the key reasons why the 2X speed on Reels (and also in general) has people hooked on experts agree that occasional use of 2X speed, especially for previously seen content, does not cause harm. But it is likely to be a problem when everything, including music, feels slow to is clear that this new normal of consuming short-form content is certainly not without a list of cons. And it is not just limited to altering your attention watching Reels or short clips at double speed increases the risk of superficial engagement. In simple words, you may not be connecting deeply with the content, which eventually results in lesser information comprehension is another by-product of faster playback.'Faster playback will impair understanding of complex ideas like maths, chemistry, and problem-solving things. Because the speed is increased, the person's capacity to understand and grasp the whole concept may sometimes be reduced,' explains Dr decreased creativity, impatience in real life, weak empathy, impaired emotional engagement, fast talking, and emotional instability can also develop as a subsequent short-form content at double speed further fuels our addiction for instant gratification and rewires how we process information.'Platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels already cater to short bursts of content, and the 2X speed feature amplifies the demand for instant gratification. This constant dopamine stimulation can impair our brain's ability to focus deeply, making it harder to engage with long-term content or real-life conversations. It's not just about shorter attention spans – it's about rewiring how we process our information altogether,' says Dr Vikram Sharma, senior consultant neurologist, CARE Hospitals, a nutshell, experts say that there is a long-term cognitive and emotional impact which influences how people think, feel, learn, and relate to media and interpersonal news: Attention span is trainableBeing able to maintain attention on one task at a time and completing them suggests you have a good attention span. You need it to learn new things, to build relationships as it lets you be fully present and helps with deep also need a good attention span for mental peace. Mental health experts say a scattered mind generates feelings of anxiety and dissatisfaction that people can't even are ways with which you can mitigate the impact of watching sped-up content and re-train your attention span. It starts with small yet consistent steps. Like, challenging yourself to have tea without checking your phone. Or, taking short screen breaks several times a multitasking, essentially. And reduce digital distractions. You can use features like DND, silent mode to stay away from your phone while working, reading a book, or performing any other deep work or focus time management. A simple (not really) way to that: 'Sit without interruptions (while working) for 25-minute sessions, take a 5-minute break, then restart. Gradually, increase duration to train the brain to stay focused longer,' suggests Dr Gade.'The brain needs fifteen minutes without interruptions to reorient itself properly. The activities such as reading, handwriting, drawing and cooking serve as helpful tools to rebuild attention skills,' adds stepping out into a park, observing nature, and taking a break for 15–30 minutes without any digital distractions to relearn your focus well, exercising regularly, eating brain-friendly foods (like omega-3 fatty acids, green leafy vegetables, nuts and water), and avoiding processed food and meditating will also and indulging in activities like reading books, puzzles, painting, playing a musical instrument, or learning a new language is a must. They enhance cognitive Reel advertisement
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Goblin rejoins team Soul before BMPS 2025
(Image via crazyyy_soul's 'X' Account) In the major roster shakeup, Goblin (Harsh Paudwal), the star BGMI player, has officially returned to team iQOOSou or Team Soul . Departing from Likitha Esports on April 29, he didn't take much time to reunite with his previous squad. The reunion, announced on May 1, 2025, happened just weeks before Battlegrounds Mobile Pro Series (BMPS) 2025. It marks the return of Goblin after his year-long stint with the other squads. Here is all you need to know about his return. Goblin comes back to Team Soul — Soul_esportsgg (@Soul_esportsgg) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Navio porta-contentores encontra piratas: veja o que faz o capitão! Happy in Shape Undo The return of Goblin to Team Soul is not just nostalgia but seems a tactical play. As per the sources, Goblin denied many other teams, like Saumraj and RNTX, who approached him as a replacement for their players. He was appreciated for being true to the team, For it, he was even called a 'true SouL blood,' by a fan. The team confirmed his return with a post made on X, declaring, "Once a SouLdier, always a SouLdier." The 2022 BMPS MVP previously led the team to victory, cementing his reputation and earning honors. Now, he will team up with the retained players— Manya, Rony, and Nakul. The reshuffle follows the lackluster 15th-place finish of Soul at BGIS 2025. It signals a push of the team to a strategic depth and firepower. The timing of Goblin's return to Team Soul is critical. BMPS 2025 will begin on May 22, 2025. The management of the team is banking on the synergy of Goblin under the leadership of Manya. His familiarity with the team's playbook can streamline the late-game decisions and the rotations. Fans are already buzzing about the potential of the duo to replicate the magic of 2022, especially with Skyesports Champions 2024 serving as a warm-up between May 6 and May 18, 2025. What does it mean for Team Soul? The revamped roster of Team Soul faces some immediate tests, such as Skyesports Champions 2024 and BMPS 2025. The experience of Goblin in high-pressure tournaments, along with the clutch potential, makes him a game-changer for the team. All seem optimistic about the return; after all, the last time Goblin wore Soul's jersey, they lifted the BMPS trophy. So, if history repeats, the reunion can mark the beginning of another championship era. With ₹2 crore prize pool of BMPS 2025, Team Soul is aiming to reclaim its dominance in BMPS. But only time can tell whether or not the reunion will reignite the championship spark. However, the one thing that remains certain is that with BGMI Goblin return , the upcoming games have got a lot more thrilling now.
