- Strategies to reduce and personalize mobile notifications during the summer
- Step-by-step instructions for different brands: Xiaomi, Huawei, Samsung and more
- Tips to promote a real digital disconnection on vacation
- Additional options to manage the cloud and avoid annoying alerts in summer
Summer arrives, bringing with it the opportunity—not always seized—to disconnect from our obligations. However, our mobile phones have become an inseparable part of our daily lives . Notifications and messages seem to ignore the summer season, interrupting moments of relaxation at the beach, the pool, or during dinner with friends.
That's why more and more people are looking for ways to manage mobile notifications during the summer to avoid unnecessary distractions and truly relax. Here's a practical guide to silencing, customizing, or adjusting notifications depending on your smartphone brand, plus tips for enjoying a more peaceful vacation and extra advice on cloud storage.
How to modify floating notifications according to your mobile
Recently, Google Pixel phones, as well as models from Samsung, OPPO, and Xiaomi, have received significant updates that affect how pop-up or floating notifications are configured . The most common and simplest method to adjust them is to press and hold the received alert until options appear to manage how and when you want to receive it. Switching between Priority, Default, and Silent modes gives you control over whether the notification will appear floating, make a sound, or remain silent. These options may vary slightly depending on the device's custom interface.
On Xiaomi mobiles (MIUI 12 and later)
The phones from this Chinese brand allow you to manage floating notifications individually for each application . To do this:
- Go to the app Settings.
- Choose Notifications and status bar.
- Access the button Floating.
- Manually choose which apps are allowed to display floating alerts.
On Huawei devices (EMUI)
For Huawei users, the adjustment is not available from the direct alert, but from the Optimizer (Manager) application:
- Open the tool and look for the option Floating notifications.
- Individually manage which apps can display these types of on-screen notifications.
On Samsung phones (One UI and similar)
Samsung uses two systems: the Android 11 bubble and Samsung's own pop-up view. However, both are regulated the same way through the settings:
- Opens Settings and enters Notifications.
- Accede to Advanced settings and then to Floating notifications.
- Deactivate the option if you do not wish to receive them.
In other brands and pure Android
Most recent Android versions have standardized the process , so simply press and hold the pop-up notification and select Silent mode to disable them, regardless of the brand. If you're unsure, use the settings search bar and type "pop-up notifications" to find the option.
Common situations where it is useful to remove floating notifications
Mobile alerts can be especially intrusive at these times:
- When watching videos or playing games, a floating notification may interrupt the experience.
- In public places (bus, subway, coffee shop), you prevent others from reading your messages.
- During study or work, help maintain concentration.
- When sharing the device with children or relatives, it improves privacy.
Silencing notifications on occasion or activating modes like "Do Not Disturb" avoids annoyances and protects your privacy.
Options to customize floating notifications
Beyond simply enabling or disabling them, there are free apps on Google Play that allow you to adjust the appearance and behavior of pop-up notifications . You can choose their position, transparency, size, and how long they remain on screen.
- C Notice: Allows you to group and preview alerts, modify position and transparency according to your preference.
- Galaxy Notification: Easily adjust the size, location, and timing of floating notifications, and even match the background color to the original app.
Manage interruptions with focus modes
Focus mode and "Break mode" on Android help limit alerts during specific periods or activities. You can configure it like this:
- Go to Settings and look for Digital Wellbeing.
- Activate sleep mode and choose the time when you prefer not to be interrupted.
- Configure which apps can and cannot send notifications during this period.
- On some systems (like HyperOS) you have additional options to pause alerts based on your routines.
For vacations, these features facilitate effective disconnection and help separate leisure from work.
Tips to avoid hyperconnectivity on vacation
Excessive mobile notifications create a feeling of being constantly connected , even when you really need to rest. Six out of ten people admit to checking work emails or messages during their vacations, which affects the quality of their sleep and their mental health.
Some tips for reducing digital hyperconnectivity include:
- Leave your cell phone out of reach on the beach or during social activities.
- Set fixed times to check messages.
- Turn off work notifications from email and other apps.
- Offer screen-free activities to young people.
Controlling mobile phone use while on vacation helps you regain your well-being and fully enjoy your vacation.
Solutions for cloud notifications and alerts in summer
One of the common annoyances on Xiaomi devices is the " no space left" message on Xiaomi Cloud . Even though the cloud offers 5 GB of free storage, the "No space left" notification can appear repeatedly.
To stop receiving this alert without losing functionality:
- Swipe the notification to the left to access “More settings.”
- In the settings menu, uncheck the box to no longer receive this alert.
- You can also prevent the notification from ringing, vibrating, or appearing on the lock screen.
To prevent these alerts in the future, consider:
- Delete large files or disable photo syncing on Xiaomi Cloud.
- Sign out of Xiaomi Cloud if you are not using it, although it may affect security features.
- Consider expanding your storage space or switching to services like Google Photos or Drive, which offer more free storage.
- Update system apps, especially backup apps, to avoid missing important notifications.
Summer is an ideal time to reflect on our technology use and adjust notifications to our daily routine. Controlling and personalizing alerts contributes to greater well-being and helps us return to our routine with renewed energy and less stress.
