How to Reduce Distracting Notifications on Android
Notifications can really get in the way of life -- here's how to sort out the necessary from the annoying.
How to Avoid Accidental Phone Rings and Alerts on Android
Some Android phones have separate volume sliders for ringer and notification volume. If you aren't careful, this could lead to an embarrassing situation.
How to Customize LED Notifications on Your Android Device
If your Android phone or tablet has an LED notification light, this app will help you customize it to your liking.
How to Hide Android Oreo's "Running in the Background" Notifications
If you've updated to Android Oreo and are annoyed by the new "running in the background" notification, here's a quick way to hide it and clean up your notification tray.
How to Stop Facebook Memories From Appearing in Your Notifications
If you're tired of seeing "memories" on Facebook, you can turn them off using these methods.
How to View Your Notification History on Android
We've all done it: a notification flashes up on your phone, but before you've had a chance to read it, you've accidentally swiped it away. It's gone forever. Or is it?
How to Get Facebook Group Notifications Without Leaving a Comment
People leave comments on Facebook group posts to receive notifications for new comments on that post. But did you know there's a better, less annoying way to do this?
How to Enable Echo Notifications for Amazon Packages
Need to know when your Amazon packages are almost arrived? Now Alexa can alert you with a notification -- here's how to activate it.
How to Allow Specific Contacts to Bypass "Do Not Disturb" in iOS
Even with Do Not Disturb enabled, you can still let certain people through to reach you.
How to Adjust Your Google Calendar Notifications on Any Device
Google Calendar notifications can only help you remember an event if you take notice. Whether you're on your desktop or mobile, we'll show you how to adjust calendar reminders and default settings.
Unusually Useful IFTTT Notification Applets You Shouldn't Do Without
Notifications can be annoying. But not when they come from IFTTT -- the web's most popular automation tool. Use these IFTTT applets to stay ahead of some parts of your life.
How to Stop iMessage Notifications on Your Macbook
If you're tired of iMessage notifications popping up at inopportune times, here's how to disable them -- both permanently and temporarily.
How to Block Per-Site and Per-App Notifications in Chrome
Have you have run into a site or web app that asked for notification permissions? Here's how to block them for good, including the ones you accidentally allowed in the past.
How to Disable Emergency Alerts (AMBER) on Your Smartphone
Few things are as startling as an emergency alert blaring from your phone, especially in the middle of the night. If you don't want them anymore, here's how you can disable them.
How to Receive Alerts When a YouTube Channel Uploads a New Video
Even if you're subscribed to a channel, you might miss out when a new video has been uploaded. With YouTube notifications, you can ensure you never miss a video from your favorite channels.
How to Stop Chromecast From Notifying Every Device in Your House
Google's Chromecast app on Android recently started sending a notification to every device in the house when a Chromecast is streaming. Here's how to turn this annoying feature off.
Never Miss a Live Concert Again With These 6 Sites
Did you just miss a music concert that you would have loved to see? Use these 6 ways to get notified when your favorite bands are in town.
How to Stop Checking Your Phone by Replacing It With Your Computer
Device hopping between your computer and phone? Losing your time, focus, and mind? Set up your computer as the main device with these simple tips and cut away the distractions.
How to Get Alerts When You Miss a Call on Windows 10
Tired of missing notifications of missed calls on your phone? Here's how to connect it to a Windows 10 PC and receive the notifications there.
How to Save Notifications in Android and Set Reminders for Them
Never miss a notification again by using one of these apps.