# Projector Alarm Clocks Shine Time on the Ceiling By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-04-07 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/projector-alarm-clocks-shines-time-on-the-ceiling References: [gadgets.boingboing.net](http://gadgets.boingboing.net/2008/04/07/slick-projector-alar.html) Oregon Scientific has put out two really cool [retro alarm clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-x-neighborhood-clock-collection). The [projector alarm clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/night-light-projectors) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-sound-clock-alarmo), 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. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Tech-savvy Alarm Clocks:** Opportunity to create alarm clocks with innovative functionality to compete with mobile phone alarms. - **Unconventional Time Projection:** Opportunity to develop alarm clocks that project the time in unusual ways to stand out in the market. - **Weather-integrated Alarm Clocks:** Opportunity to design alarm clocks that display weather information to cater to users' needs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create innovative alarm clocks. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to incorporate tech-savvy alarm clocks as decorative items. - **Gadget Accessories:** Opportunity for gadget accessory manufacturers to produce alarm clocks that complement mobile phones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Personality Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-oclock.md) - [Branded Technology Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-snooze.md) - [Modernized Vintage-Inspired Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roberts-ortus-5.md) - [Gentle Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-alarm-clock.md) - [Desktop Display Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style.md) - [Connected Toy-Like Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubb-alarm-clock.md) - [Large Watch-Style Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-japan.md) - [Chic Circadian Rhythm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatch-restore-2.md) - [Celestially Inspired Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astral-desk-clock.md)