A DIY Alarm Clock from '1UpLiving' Steals Your Sheets in the Morning
Ellen Smith — August 6, 2017 — Tech
References: 1upliving & instructables
Some heavy sleepers need a little extra nudge to get out of bed in the morning and this DIY alarm clock from '1UpLiving' might be up to the task. Putting your alarm on snooze and rolling under your duvet simply isn't an option with this malevolent device. This alarm clock features mechanical arms that reach toward your duvet, ripping your covers off from on top of you, and to the floor. The website this device was featured on includes detailed instructions, helping consumers create their own duvet-stealing device.
As technology continues to get smarter, designers are crafting more innovative ways to make life easier. The clock is both humorous and purposefully annoying, posing a last resort alternative for those who simply can't make their way out of bed in the morning.
As technology continues to get smarter, designers are crafting more innovative ways to make life easier. The clock is both humorous and purposefully annoying, posing a last resort alternative for those who simply can't make their way out of bed in the morning.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Alarm Clocks - Develop and market an innovative and customizable smart alarm clocks that can wake people up without resorting to harsh tactics of stealing duvets
2. Sleep Tracking Devices - Create sleep tracking devices that help people track their sleeping patterns and adjusts the alarm based on their sleep schedule, providing a more comfortable and effective wake-up experience
3. DIY Smart Home Devices - Introduce more DIY smart home devices with easy-to-follow instructions, giving consumers a chance to customize their gadgets according to their taste and preferences
Industry Implications
1. Home Automation - The home automation industry can develop and integrate more smart alarm clocks as part of their ecosystem, providing more convenience and comfort to homeowners
2. Wearable Technology - Wearable technology can create wearable sleep tracking devices that can read crucial data on sleep cycles, breathing patterns, and heart rates and provide valuable insights to people about their sleeping habits
3. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can create customized alarm clocks with IoT capabilities that can connect with other devices like smart lights and thermostats to create a more integrated and smarter home environment
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