# Device-Charging Alarm Clocks The Sandman Clock Alarms Enable Device Charging While You Snooze By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-04-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clock-alarms References: [gearhungry](https://www.gearhungry.com/sandman-clock/) & [paloaltoinnovation](https://www.paloaltoinnovation.com/products/sandclock) Smartphone users often sleep with their device right by their side, so the Sandman Clock alarms are intended to offer a solution for keeping them powered while you snooze. The Sandman Clock features a [clean design aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kompakt) that clearly displays the time for you to see before going to bed or when waking up. The clock is outfitted with four USB ports that can be utilized to charge your smartphone, tablet and/or smartwatch during the night to have them fully charged and ready for use when you wake in the morning. The Sandman Clock alarms are the design work of [Palo Alto Innovation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-private-networks) and even feature a divot in the base that enable the charging cords of your devices to be fed through for a clean aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smartphone-charging Alarm Clocks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop alarm clocks with built-in smartphone charging capabilities to cater to the increasing reliance on smartphones for daily tasks. - **Multi-device Charging Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create charging solutions that can simultaneously charge multiple devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches, to meet the high demand for convenient and efficient charging options. - **Design-focused Charging Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design aesthetically pleasing charging accessories, like the Sandman Clock alarms, that seamlessly blend into the home decor and enhance the user experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the consumer electronics industry to create innovative charging solutions that cater to the needs of tech-savvy consumers. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the home decor industry to design charging accessories that seamlessly integrate into the home environment and offer both functionality and style. - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with the hospitality industry to provide smartphone-charging alarm clocks as a value-added amenity in hotels and other accommodations to enhance guest experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intentional Disconnection Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/share-power.md) - [Minimal Charging Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-clock-1.md) - [Wireless Clock Charger Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-clock.md) - [Distraction-Free Alarm Clock Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ahmed-rashad.md) - [Anti-Smartphone Bedside Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mudita-clocks.md) - [Connected Simplicity-Focused Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-rubiks-cube-clock.md) - [Modernized Vintage-Inspired Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roberts-ortus-5.md) - [Connected Sunrise Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-smartsleep-connected-sleep-and-wakeup-light.md) - [Connected Toy-Like Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubb-alarm-clock.md)