How To: Use an iPhone LED Flash for Notifications

LED Flash for Alerts

How To: Use an iPhone LED Flash for Notifications

Are you used to seeing the notification light on an Android?

Even though iPhones don’t have this feature you can use the LED flash light to strobe for notifications. The feature was originally created for the deaf though can be a benefit to all.

To activate your flash LED for notifications:

  1. Head to Settings from the main screen.
  2. Select General.
  3. Then select Accessibility.
  4. Turn on LED Flash for Alerts.

 

LED Flash for Alerts

Now the LED flash will notify you for any alerts.

This feature is very handy if you would like your phone to be silent while also being able to see notifications. If at any time the flashing becomes a distraction you can simply turn off the feature.

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