Shine Time on the Ceiling
lourdes sanchez bayas — April 7, 2008 — Unique
References: gadgets.boingboing.net
Oregon Scientific has put out two really cool retro alarm clocks. The projector alarm clocks feature a projector that shines the time on the ceiling. The clocks also feature atomic-clock synchronization and a temperature display with a wireless thermometer. Very creative.
Implications - Standalone alarm clocks may have taken a hit with the widespread adoption of mobile phone alarms, but product designers are fighting back by creating tech-savvy timepieces with innovative functionality. Alarm clocks that project the time in unusual ways or display weather information offer traits that mobile phone's can't match, cementing their relevance in a crowded niche market. These alarm clocks appeal most to geeks and gadget hounds who love to show off their technological savvy.
Implications - Standalone alarm clocks may have taken a hit with the widespread adoption of mobile phone alarms, but product designers are fighting back by creating tech-savvy timepieces with innovative functionality. Alarm clocks that project the time in unusual ways or display weather information offer traits that mobile phone's can't match, cementing their relevance in a crowded niche market. These alarm clocks appeal most to geeks and gadget hounds who love to show off their technological savvy.
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Tech-savvy Alarm Clocks — Opportunity to create alarm clocks with innovative functionality to compete with mobile phone alarms.
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Unconventional Time Projection — Opportunity to develop alarm clocks that project the time in unusual ways to stand out in the market.
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Weather-integrated Alarm Clocks — Opportunity to design alarm clocks that display weather information to cater to users' needs.
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Consumer Electronics — Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create innovative alarm clocks.
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Home Decor — Opportunity for home decor companies to incorporate tech-savvy alarm clocks as decorative items.
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Gadget Accessories — Opportunity for gadget accessory manufacturers to produce alarm clocks that complement mobile phones.
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