New message reminder method and electronic device

An electronic device, wherein a back surface of the electronic device is provided with a light strip and a transparent cover;

• the transparent cover overall covers the back surface of the electronic device having the light strip;
• the electronic device further comprises a processor and a memory, the memory stores computer program, and the processor executes the computer program to perform:
• receiving a new message;
• determining attribute information of the new message, the attribute information comprising at least one of source software, sender or message type of the new message;
• determining a light reminder mode matching the attribute information, the light reminder mode comprising a mode for light reminder in accordance with at least one of light duration, flashing frequency, light colour, light brightness or light area;
• and
• reminding the received new message by controlling the light strip to emit light in accordance with the determined light reminder mode.