They were a good indicator for notifications that are missed when you were away from phone.

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[–] 7 points 3 years ago*

Genuinely wouldn't be surprised if this was the truth. The tactics these companies employ are both putridly-covert, yet brilliantly executed - especially so if it also saves a few cents.

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