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Smartphone-Charging Alarm Clocks

The Anker Soundcore Wakey Alarm Clock is Efficient and Connected

— January 8, 2019 — Tech
The Anker Soundcore Wakey alarm clock is a productive solution for the bedroom that will keep users connected, while also helping them to optimize their sleep. The clock features a display that is outfitted with an array of LEDs that will only display the information you need to know and has an array of buttons below for manually controlling the functionality. The accompanying app lets users customize what time they wake up along with what they want to fall asleep listening to thanks to the six white noise options built-in.

The Anker Soundcore Wakey alarm clock is finished with a wireless charging functionality that will power up devices when placed on top. Set to launch in spring 2019, the alarm clock will retail for $99.99.
Trend Themes
1. Smartphone-charging Alarm Clocks - A trend of alarm clocks that can charge smartphones and other devices wirelessly, making them more convenient and efficient for users.
2. Connected Alarm Clocks - Alarm clocks that are connected to apps and other devices, as seen in the Anker Soundcore Wakey, offering users more personalized features and control.
3. Optimized Sleep Solutions - Innovative products like the Anker Soundcore Wakey that aim to optimize users' sleep by offering white noise options and customizable wake-up times.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Incorporating wireless charging into alarm clocks, as well as connecting them to apps and other devices, is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the consumer electronics industry.
2. Health and Wellness - The market for products aimed at optimizing sleep, like the Anker Soundcore Wakey, presents opportunities for the health and wellness industry.
3. Hospitality - Hotels and other hospitality businesses could adopt the use of connected alarm clocks like the Anker Soundcore Wakey to enhance the guest experience and differentiate themselves from other accommodations.
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