# Quizzing Alarm Clocks The iQ Alarm Clock Makes You Smarter with Every Morning By Michael Hines | Published 2011-02-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iq-alarm-clock References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/02/23/morning-brain-gym/) I can't imagine how much I would hate mornings if I was woken up everyday by the iQ Alarm Clock. The iQ Alarm Clock is a conceptual [alarm clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-delight-cinnabon-alarm-clocks) from Oliver Sha that challenges you to answer a [brain teaser](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quizzy) before it stops beeping. The iQ Alarm Clock can be programmed to ask between one and three questions and comes with a hard-to-find off button. If you believe that anytime is a good time for education, then you definitely need to check this clock out. I still think learning shouldn't start until after 9 a.m. at the earliest. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 53% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Alarm Clocks:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in alarm clocks that incorporate smart features to enhance user's morning routines. - **Gamified Learning:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in combining learning and gaming experiences to make education more fun and engaging. - **Cognitive Fitness Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in technologies that enhance cognitive abilities and mental fitness through daily exercises and challenges. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Manufacturers of alarm clocks, home entertainment systems and other consumer electronics can incorporate innovative features such as advanced gamification and cognitive exercises. - **Education Technology:** Edtech startups can develop innovative products that combine gamified learning and cognitive exercises to improve students' learning experiences. - **Health and Wellness:** Health and wellness companies can explore the potential of cognitive fitness technology as a way to enhance mental wellbeing and improve cognitive abilities in people of all ages. ## 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) - [Coffee-Brewing Sunrise Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optimrise-sunrise-alarm-clock.md) - [Gentle Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-alarm-clock.md) - [Motion-Sensing Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-sound-clock-alarmo.md) - [Elegant Aromatic Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paramita-universal-alarm-clock.md) - [Accessibility-Focused Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/routine-alarm-clock.md) - [Clapperboard-Inspired Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-alarm-clock.md) - [Bedside Alarm Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunrise-alarm-clock-coffee-maker.md)