A fairly typical alarm clock, mine has 12 buttons for carrying out a range of commands and functions. Klok by Robrecht Vanhauwere challenges the commonly convoluted design of the bedside device to make it simpler for the sleepy user to interact with.
This is a sleek iPhone docking station, modeled into a smooth rectangular prism with a pair of square speakers integrated into each end. The gadget has a connection for the placement of your smartphone on top, taking from it your favorite tracks to rouse you in the morning.
What particularly appeals about the minimalist Klok by Robrecht Vanhauwere is the presence of a bright yellow knob to the right of the digitally displayed time. It's this feature that you turn and push in order to select the hour and set your wake-up call.
What's Driving This Trend
- Simplified Alarm Clocks
- Design simpler and practical alarm clocks with a minimalistic interface and fewer buttons for better user experiences.
- Multi-functional Docking Stations
- Create docking stations that can hold and charge multiple devices, and also with built-in speakers to play music and sound
- Integration of Bright Colors in Gadgets
- Incorporate bright and lively color hues into gadgets and appliances, making them visually appealing and more fun to interact with
Who This Affects Most
- Consumer Technology
- The consumer tech industry can explore creating more intuitive and accessible gadgets with simpler designs and user-interfaces
- Home Electronics
- The home electronics industry can develop more multi-functional docking stations with integrated speakers and multiple connectivity options
- Home Decor
- The home decor industry can apply bright and lively color schemes to gadgets, creating visually exciting and playful accents for any space
