RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
September 24, 2024 – 3 minutes read time
Overview
How do you turn on the flash notification on your iPhone? Sometimes we might need an extra alert if an important message or phone call is expected.
This feature is intended to be used by the deaf or hard of hearing, but it can be helpful for anyone who would rather receive visual alerts. Be aware that turning on this feature could deplete your battery life rather quickly, depending on how many notifications you get throughout the day. Let’s explore how to turn on flashlight notifications on iPhones.
System Requirements
This post works on iPhones running iOS 16 or later. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17.6.1
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Reasons For This Tip
- Get an extra visual alert any time you receive notifications.
- Make sure you never miss an important text or phone call.
Turn on Flash Notifications
Open the Settings app, and tap Accessibility. Refer to the below image:
Tap Audio & Visual. See the below image:
Select LED Flash for Alerts. See the following image:
Tap the toggle next to LED Flash for Alerts to enable this feature. Refer to the below image:
By default, the LED will only flash if your iPhone is locked and the ringer is on. However, two toggles allow you to make it so that the flash will still go off when your device is unlocked or if Silent mode is enabled. See the below image:
That’s how to use your iPhone flashlight for notifications. Since the flash is on the back of your phone, placing your phone face down when you set it down is best. Just make sure you have a good scratch-protectant cover on the screen.
Disclaimer
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