9 elegant solutions to replace the smartphone alarm function
30.12.2018
Translation: machine translated
Does it annoy you as much as it does me to grope around in the dark to read the time on your smartphone? Then why not buy yourself an alarm clock? After all, there's plenty to choose from, and plenty of features too.
In my daily life, I avoid unnecessary use of my smartphone as much as possible; after abandoning the good old alarm clock ten years ago, I'm even considering its return. This way, the phone no longer has to cross the bedroom threshold. Taking a look at our range, I came across a whole bunch of interesting models, which I'll show you here.
1. For minimalists: 'Cube' by Gingko
At first glance, there's nothing to suggest that the Gingko cube is an alarm clock. It's when you touch it that the time is displayed. This then switches off after a few seconds. Even the numbers appear to float, as if coming straight out of a projector. This is a beautiful object that will go perfectly with a sleek interior.
2. Designed in Paris: "Cutty Clock" by Mob
Signed by "Mob" - a French brand - this alarm clock features lines reminiscent of a hare. Apart from its two ears, the body is minimalist and the surfaces geometric. Its distinctive feature? A motion sensor that displays the time when you clap your hands nearby. It switches off when you shake it.
3. An assertive style: "Tumbler" by Menu
"Norm Architects", a Danish design studio, has a keen sense of objects endowed with elegant sobriety. Specially designed for manufacturer Menu, "Tumbler" is available in beautiful materials such as brass and stainless steel. Moving like a tumbler, it features an alarm that deactivates when the dial is placed face down on the table.
4. Two in one: "The Edge Light" by Gingko
Isn't there something missing? Drawing its inspiration from a bamboo shoot, "The Edge Light" acts as both alarm clock and light. The alarm, which is deactivated by shaking the alarm clock, automatically gives way to a warm, pleasant light. On a bedside table or desk, it will look great.
5. Dawn and dusk simulation: "Somneo Éveil Lumière" by Philips
The roundness and wake-up light function of Philips are not unlike the sun. Brightness plays a major role on the human body: the process of gradually changing and intensifying light actually makes waking up easier. The device features a touch-sensitive display, multiple settings, several sounds and music that you can set yourself to get up gently.
6. "Fine Wecker" by Lexon
Pauline Deltour, who designed the "Fine Wecker" for the French brand Lexon, knows how to give gadgets the elegance that allows them to blend into any interior. The buttons are located on the back, leaving only the time display on the front. The features - snooze, touch sensor, LCD screen - are not lacking either and make this device intuitive.
7. A love of detail: 'Cross Table' by Next Time
Pink and/or gold elements infuse all the delicacy into this conventional synthetic resin alarm clock by Next Time. Devoid of any sophisticated technology, it nonetheless returns to its origins and will easily find a place in a sleek interior.
8. Scandinavian chic: "Table Clock" by Bloomingville
The Bloomingville brand, normally invested in furniture and textiles, has come up with an alarm clock with pure Scandinavian lines that fits directly into their way of looking at design. Featuring a white, blue-grey or black dial and a silver or gold case, this is a classic alarm clock with no frills.
9. The classic: "Arne Jacobsen" alarm clock by Rosendahl Timepieces
Created by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen for Rosendahl Timepieces, this alarm clock combines modernity and tradition and incorporates a quartz movement, electronic striking, sensor and illuminated dial.
Set on a gold or silver metallic base, the circular case is distinguished by a dial with Arabic numerals.
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Header image: "Back to basics": with their design and state-of-the-art functionality, alarm clocks compete with the alarm function of smartphones. Photo: Gingko
Pia Seidel
Senior Editor
Pia.Seidel@digitecgalaxus.chLike a cheerleader, I love celebrating good design and bringing you closer to everything furniture- and interior design- related. I regularly curate simple yet sophisticated interior ideas, report on trends and interview creative minds about their work.
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