Think about the time change!
25.10.2016
Translation: machine translated
30 October 2016 at 3.00 am**: you'd better make a big note of this date in your calendar, because on 30 October we can (almost) sleep in. Just like every year: at 3.00am, we move back an hour, so it'll be 2.00am - so you'll be able to sleep in a good hour longer and get up later. We have the best mnemonic tricks and recommend alarm clocks to get you off to a good start with winter time.
Mnemonic tips for changing the time
Are you one of those people who never knows whether to go forward or backward an hour? These simple mnemonic phrases might help:
- In summer, temperatures are positive (+1 hour). In winter, they are negative (-1 hour).
- In summer, we put out garden furniture, in winter, we range it under cover.
- The "2-3-2" rule - in spring, we go from 2h to 3h and in autumn, from 3h to 2h.
- "Spring forward, fall back." - a simple mnemonic phrase for English speakers (in spring, the weather "leaps" forward, in autumn, it "falls" back).
A little reminder: wall clocks, wristwatches and the oven watch should also be moved back an hour!
The alarm clock that suits you
Not all alarm clocks are the same. Depending on who you are and how you wake up, one or other alarm clock is more appropriate.
For those who struggle in winter: dawn simulator alarm clock
Dawn simulator alarm clocks gently wake you up by simulating sunrise for 30 minutes. With daylight, your body automatically starts producing the wake-up hormone, allowing you to wake up gently. Those who want to can also set an alarm: some models even have natural sounds, like a bird chirping.
For those who sleep soundly: sleep phase alarm clocks
Sleep phase alarm clocks analyse your sleep phases based on your movements and calculate the ideal time to wake you up. To do this, the 30 minutes before the programmed wake-up time are analysed. So it doesn't wake you up when you're fast asleep, and you can start the day feeling refreshed.
For fans of the snooze function: runaway alarm clock
For "snoozers" for whom there's really nothing left to do, there's the "Clocky" alarm clock that goes away. It won't leave you in peace until you're up.
For the feisty: radio-controlled alarm clock
Don't feel like setting the time? This is the model for you.
For the geeks: "Star Wars"
alarm clock. The awakening of the force! Every "Star Wars" fan should have a Lego alarm clock like this on their nightstand. Also available in Yoda and Stormtrooper!
For crystal-clear sound: DAB radio alarm clock
Those who like to wake up to news or music from the radio should take a look at this model: as well as crystal-clear sound, this Pure clock radio has a radio-controlled clock, a USB port and lets you set up to 3 alarms.
For those who don't like technology: classic alarm clock
Don't fancy the technical stuff and extra features? That's okay: we also have some beautiful models that deserve a place of honour on the bedside table.
For poets: alarm clock with messages
Leave a personalised message for your loved one, which is displayed as soon as the alarm goes off.
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Header image: Sleeping in: The clocks are set back one hour on 30.10.16.
Stephanie Tschan
Senior Category Development Manager
stephanie.tschan@digitecgalaxus.chMy role as Category Sourcer Home & Living allows me to let off steam in a cheerfully colourful world of textiles, furniture, lamps, accessories, table & bar. My heart beats for my job and besides my interests in interior design, fashion and music, I love summer and the Italian way of life.