Add Audible Sound Notifications to Mobile App for Messages and Bookings

Problem Statement:

• The Hospitable mobile app only sends silent push notifications for new messages and booking submissions
• Users must visually check their phone to see if they received a notification
• This makes it easy to miss important guest communications or new bookings

Current Workaround:

• Users constantly check their phone manually to see if there are new notifications
• Some users keep their phone screen on or check frequently to avoid missing messages

Impact:

• Risk of missing guest messages, leading to slower response times
• Risk of missing new bookings, potentially losing revenue
• Increased anxiety about missing important notifications
• Poor guest experience due to delayed responses

Proposed Solution:

• Add an audible sound alert to the mobile app when a new message is received or a booking is submitted
• Allow users to customize or enable/disable notification sounds in app settings
• Ensure the sound plays even when the app is in the background

Unlock:

• Hosts will immediately know when they receive a new message or booking without checking their phone
• Faster response times to guests, improving guest satisfaction
• Peace of mind that important notifications won't be missed