Because we do not need constant reminders to open every app we ever installed.

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Notifications are important as they alert you the moment something important happens. For example, when you have an upcoming meeting, you don't have to keep checking the clock, as you'll be notified ...

If you are one of those who can get easily distracted by the chime of your phone notifications or hate to pick up the phone to check daily updates, then worry not – Microsoft has a solution for you.