Slack Notification Read-State Fails to Sync Across Desktop and Mobile
Messages read and dismissed on Slack desktop continue to show as unread on mobile, and vice versa. This phantom notification state creates unnecessary anxiety and interrupts focus when users switch devices. The problem is especially acute for professionals who context-switch frequently between desktop and phone.
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