# Multifarious Alarm Clocks The Internet-Connected Chumby One Has 1,298 Applications By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-11-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chumby-one-alarm-clock References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/11/chumby-one-the.php#more) & [chumby](http://www.chumby.com/) The Chumby One alarm clock is so much more than just a timepiece. The Chumby One (which sounds remarkably close to the chubby one) is a cube-shaped, internet-connected interactive alarm clock with touchscreen technology. It can connect to your Wi-Fi network, give live weather updates, show video, access [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepagotchi) and [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-verified), connect to e-mails and more. In fact there are 1,298 applications for this amazing alarm clock. The Chumby One alarm clock retails for $100 and is made of plastic, has one USB port (that can connect to an [iPod Nano](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drought)-only), and featured the usual, basic alarm features as well as the ability to be programmed to awaken you using various internet radio stations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Internet-connected Alarm Clocks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop alarm clocks with internet connectivity and a wide range of applications for enhanced functionality and user experience. - **Touchscreen Alarm Clocks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create alarm clocks with touchscreen technology to provide an intuitive and interactive user interface for improved usability. - **Smart Alarm Clocks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design alarm clocks that integrate with various online platforms, such as social media and email, to offer personalized information and connectivity. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine smart technology with alarm clocks to create innovative consumer electronics products that cater to connected lifestyles. - **Home Automation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate internet-connected alarm clocks into home automation systems to provide users with centralized control over their smart home devices and information. - **Internet of Things (iot):** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop alarm clocks as part of the IoT ecosystem, enabling seamless connectivity and integration with other smart devices and services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Technology Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-snooze.md) - [Connected Simplicity-Focused Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-rubiks-cube-clock.md) - [Digital Personality Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-oclock.md) - [Desktop Display Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style.md) - [Modernized Vintage-Inspired Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roberts-ortus-5.md) - [Minimal Assistive Multifunctional Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-house-alarm-clock.md) - [Connected Sunrise Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-smartsleep-connected-sleep-and-wakeup-light.md) - [Chic Circadian Rhythm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatch-restore-2.md) - [Rainbow Illumination Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-clock-concept.md)