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Vibrating Alerts (Generic)

This is not a page for a specific "Vibrating Alerts". It is a placeholder for the many Vibrating Alerts that are out on the market. Because there are so many of them, and they are easy to find by doing an internet search, we do not attempt to include them in our database. See the More Information section for suggested search terms to use.

Product Description: 

Vibrating alerts are tactile feedback alerts on mobile devices that can complement or replace auditory/visual alerts. This type of notification may helpful for users with sensory impairments. In some devices, the strength of the vibration can be adjusted by the user.

To set up Vibrating Alerts in iOS:

Select Settings> Sounds & Haptics and touch the Vibrate on Ring and/or Vibrate on Silent to turn the controls on and off.

To set up Vibrating Alerts in Android:

Select Settings> Sound and Notifications and touch the controls for vibration. In Android, it is possible to create custom vibration patterns for different alerts.

Main Features: 

These are common features found with this type of product. Not all products will have all features - so look at individual products to find the one that provides the features you need.

  • Physically alerts a user when they receive notifications.
  • Can accompany visual/audio alerts or replace them.

Where To Buy: 

This is a generic entry. For more information about this type of feature, type or paste the following search phrase into your preferred web browser: “vibrating alerts [your device]."

Options & Accessories: 

  • Some devices will allow for advanced customization of vibrating alerts. For example, custom vibration patterns or the ability to strengthen or soften the level of vibrations.