# Attentive Digital Clocks The Moshi Alarm Clock Listens to Your Commands By Meghan Young | Published 2010-05-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moshi-alarm-clock References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5543236/an-alarm-clock-that-actually-shuts-up-when-asked-to) & [moshilifestyle](http://www.moshilifestyle.com/Product/VoiceControlDigitalClockRadio) I decided a long time ago that I would stop talking to inanimate objects, but that resolve may soon be revoked due to the Moshi alarm clock. Although I was never a very angry morning person, at times it's satisfying to [swat your alarm in frustration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ahmed-rashad). With the Moshi alarm clock, you can actually verbalize your displeasure, which is so much more gratifying. Equipped with a [voice-controlled gadget](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaking-clock), the Moshi alarm clock responds to your requests in a respectful and timely manner. Simply start off with, "Hello Moshi," and all your wishes will come true--well, only those regarding static time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Voice-activated Devices:** Innovative products such as the Moshi alarm clock show that voice-activated technology has the potential to revolutionize many areas of life, from productivity to entertainment. - **Human-machine Interaction:** As devices like the Moshi alarm clock become more commonplace, innovators can capitalize on a growing demand for intuitive, conversational human-machine interfaces. - **Smart Home Devices:** Voice-activated clocks like the Moshi may be the first step in a wider adoption of intuitive, interactive devices within the home. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies that produce consumer electronics may benefit from exploring innovative, intuitive interfaces that allow for ease of use and increased functionality. - **Home Automation:** Developers of smart home technologies can take note of the growing demand for voice-activated devices and create even more intuitive, interactive systems that improve daily life. - **Personal Productivity:** Individuals and businesses alike can benefit from exploring innovative, time-saving devices like the Moshi alarm clock to increase productivity and automate daily tasks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Assistive Multifunctional Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-house-alarm-clock.md) - [Motion-Sensing Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-sound-clock-alarmo.md) - [Chic Circadian Rhythm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatch-restore-2.md) - [Gentle Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-alarm-clock.md) - [Gesture Based Structured Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilt-smart-clock.md) - [Calm Reading Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novellamate.md) - [Connected Simplicity-Focused Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-rubiks-cube-clock.md) - [Anti-Smartphone Bedside Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mudita-clocks.md) - [Branded Technology Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-snooze.md)