A Novel iOS Data Donation Approach: Automatic Processing, Compliance, and Reactivity in a Longitudinal Study

For social scientists who are interested in understanding smartphone-usage patterns, as well the causes and effects of smartphone use, it is crucial to get accurate estimates app usage. this reason, we present a novel data donation approach based on screen video recordings information provided by iOS Battery Section. In paper, describe Python script that can be used process automatically. Moreover, tested accuracy script, feasibility collection method, compliance reactivity among sample 93 University students participated 7-day mobile diary study. The findings study show works well, very feasible resulted use data. rates were rather high, no substantial signs method occurred (i.e., participants did not change their behavior substantially while participating study). We therefore hope presented will encourage future researchers or similar approaches gain an ethical way.