# Commuter Alarm Clock Gets You to the Train On Time By Trend Huntress | Published 2007-07-23 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commuter-alarm-clock-gets-you-to-the-train-on-time References: [boingboing.net](http://boingboing.net/) & [translate.google](http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&u=http://shopping.hobidas.com/shop/nissha-yumekobo/item/L169.html) Got a train to catch? The Tokyo Commuter [Alarm Clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-alarm-clock) has dials for all the major rail lines in Tokyo. Individual alarms signal the [real-time positions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilt-smart-clock) of the trains The clock is updated wirelessly, so you know just how late you slept and how fast you'll have to run to make it to work on time. **Implications** - This unique clock is able to fulfill two consumer needs in one innovative package. The clock gets the user up and shows them where the train hey need to take is. This saves the consumer valuable time. Businesses should look into designing products that help make the day-to-day life of the consumer more convenient and efficient for them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wireless Alarm Clocks:** Opportunity to develop alarm clocks that receive real-time updates wirelessly to provide users with accurate information and help them start their day on time. - **Smart Travel Gadgets:** Potential for creating smart gadgets that assist commuters in navigating transportation systems and provide real-time updates to optimize their travel experience. - **Multi-functional Timepieces:** Possibility to design timepieces that combine traditional functions with innovative features, such as displaying real-time train positions, to enhance convenience for users. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can explore the development of wireless alarm clocks with advanced features that cater to the needs of busy commuters. - **Travel and Transportation:** Opportunities for travel and transportation industries to embrace smart technologies and create gadgets that streamline the commuting experience for travelers. - **Watch and Timepiece Manufacturing:** Watch and timepiece manufacturers have the potential to integrate innovative functionalities into their products, offering consumers multi-functional timepieces that enhance their daily routines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Subtle Lifestyle-Changing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlocal-clock.md) - [Digital Personality Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-oclock.md) - [Minimal Assistive Multifunctional Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-house-alarm-clock.md) - [WiFi-Enabled Home Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mondaine.md) - [Disaster-Preparation Sleek Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4rq002003.md) - [Large Watch-Style Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-japan.md) - [Venn Diagram Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetlag-clock.md) - [Minimal Global Desk-Side Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-clock-1.md) - [Celestially Inspired Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astral-desk-clock.md)