The Deep Sea
Scroll from the surface to the bottom of the Mariana Trench, meeting every creature at the depth it actually lives.
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How to get the most from it
The Deep Sea sits in Zen Visuals under Unwind, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy, calming and beautiful.
About this category: Slow, quiet, low-stimulation visuals. Nothing here flashes, autoplays loudly or asks for anything. Background-tab material.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Giving your brain a workout
- Winding down when your head is busy
- Looking at something lovely
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
The Deep Sea: quick answers
Is The Deep Sea free?
Yes. The Deep Sea is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use The Deep Sea?
No. You can use The Deep Sea without signing up for anything.
Does The Deep Sea work on a phone?
Yes. The Deep Sea works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is The Deep Sea safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does The Deep Sea take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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