It’s funny how different brains work. For her, any sound feels like an interruption or a 'demand' from the phone. She prefers the visual cue because it lets her

It’s funny how different brains work. For her, any sound feels like an interruption or a 'demand' from the phone. She prefers the visual cue because it lets her check the time on her terms, rather than the phone interrupting her flow. But you're right—for 'eyes-free' awareness, you really can't beat audio.