Press & About

The story behind Giotto and resources for media coverage

The art of mindful gaming

Giotto was born from a simple observation: in our hyperconnected world, we've lost touch with the meditative power of simple, focused tasks. The perfect circle, a symbol of completion and harmony since ancient times, became our canvas for creating a new kind of digital experience.

Named after the Renaissance master Giotto di Bondone, who could reportedly draw a perfect circle freehand, this app transforms a historical anecdote into a modern ritual. Every circle drawn is a moment of mindfulness, a break from the chaos of endless notifications and infinite scrolls.

Built with neuroscience principles and aesthetic philosophy at its core, Giotto represents a new category: mindful gaming. It's not about addiction or endless engagement, but about creating meaningful moments of focus and growth.

"We wanted to prove that technology could enhance human capability rather than diminish it. Giotto is our love letter to focused attention and deliberate practice."

— Derek Arrington, Founder

Derek Arrington

Founder & Developer

Former tech executive turned indie developer, focused on creating technology that enhances human well-being rather than exploiting attention.

15+ years tech experience Mindfulness practitioner Renaissance art enthusiast
Human Design LLC

Founded 2024

Independent software studio dedicated to creating mindful technology experiences that prioritize user well-being over engagement metrics.

Recognition & Milestones

Giotto's journey in numbers and accolades

App Store Featured

January 2025

Featured in "Mindful Apps" collection

10,000+ Downloads

December 2024

Reached milestone in first month

4.8★ Rating

Ongoing

Consistently high user satisfaction

Press Kit & Assets

High-quality assets for media coverage and reviews

Download Press Kit

Complete package including app icons, screenshots, logos, and brand guidelines.

App Icon (512x512)

PNG • 156 KB

Logo (Vector)

SVG • 12 KB

Screenshots Bundle

ZIP • 2.4 MB

Brand Guidelines

PDF • 890 KB

App Information

Category

Games • Health & Fitness

Platforms

iOS 14.0+ • Android 8.0+

Price

Free (with optional Supporter Tier)

Rating

4+ (Everyone)

Size

~25 MB

Languages

English

Technical Overview

The technology behind the mindful experience

Core Features
  • • Advanced circle detection algorithms
  • • Real-time stroke analysis
  • • Adaptive feedback system
  • • Progressive unlock mechanics
  • • Cross-platform cloud sync
  • • Accessibility support
  • • Privacy-first architecture
Development Philosophy

Built with ethical design principles, focusing on user well-being over engagement metrics.

No dark patterns, no infinite scroll, no addictive mechanics — just pure, mindful interaction.

Privacy-by-design with minimal data collection and transparent policies.

Media Inquiries

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