# Light Bulb Alarms The Philips 'Quirky' Time Alarm Clock Adds Style to Your Bedside Table By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-08-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-watt-time-alarm-clock References: [likecool](http://www.likecool.com/Watt_Time--Clock--Home.html) & [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2009/08/philips_watt_time_alarm_clock.html) The 'Quirky' Watt Time Alarm Clock is an unusual thing to wake up to in the morning, but it definitely adds style to your [bedside table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wake-lamp). The [digital alarm clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-alarm-clock) is shaped like a light bulb which is covered in a material that lets the digital time display shine onto the outer wall. Not only does it have a cool design, the Quirky Watt Time Alarm Clock has a [snooze button](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-sound-clock-alarmo) on the top of the bulb’s socket area. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Light Bulb Design:** Innovative alarm clocks with unique light bulb designs that add style to your bedroom decor. - **Smart Alarm Clocks:** Clocks that feature creative design aspects while also providing extended functionality. - **Minimalist Alarm Clocks:** Alarm clocks with minimalistic designs that fit seamlessly into any modern home decor. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** There is an opportunity for companies to create innovative alarm clocks with unique designs to enhance home decor. - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies can develop smart alarm clocks that incorporate creative design aspects while integrating extended functionality. - **Retail:** The popularity of minimalist alarm clocks can lead to an increase in retail opportunities that cater to modern design trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gentle Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-alarm-clock.md) - [Connected Sunrise Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-smartsleep-connected-sleep-and-wakeup-light.md) - [Quirky Common Item Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-lamp-lighter.md) - [Rainbow Illumination Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-clock-concept.md) - [Connected Toy-Like Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubb-alarm-clock.md) - [Minimal Wake-Aware Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wake-sleep-light.md) - [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) - [Connected Light Smart Alarms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiim-wakeup-light.md)