Flash Alerts: Calls & Messages mod uses a phone’s LED flash to provide visual alerts for incoming calls, SMS messages, and app notifications. It is designed for situations where sound-based alerts may not be suitable, and the visual notifications can also support users with hearing impairments.

Visual alerts and flash controls

The app uses the device flash to signal calls, messages, and notifications from apps. Users can adjust the length of each flash and choose how many light flashes to use for incoming SMS messages. These controls let users set aspects of the visual alert, while the source does not specify additional adjustable settings for calls or other app notifications.

Alerts in silent and vibrate modes

Flash alerts can operate when the phone is set to silent or vibrate mode. This provides a visual way to receive the covered notifications when the phone is not using audible alerts. The app’s visual signaling is also described as an accessibility feature for people with hearing impairments.

Pausing alerts by place or time

Users can choose locations where flash alerts should pause, with a workplace and a movie theater given as examples. A separate do not disturb mode lets users select a period during which the flash will not alert them. These options provide control over when and where the visual alerts are active.