# Voice Assistant Alarm Clocks The 'Sandman Doppler' Alarm Clock Works with Amazon Alexa By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-07-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandman-doppler References: [gearhungry](https://www.gearhungry.com/home/sandman-doppler/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/paloaltoinnovation/sandman-doppler-the-worlds-best-alarm-clock) [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-devices) Alexa connectivity has become a popular functionality for consumer devices of all kinds, which is what makes the 'Sandman Doppler' Alarm Clock a winner for those who are looking for the latest features. The alarm clock works to enable users to set their alarm with their voice and even communicate with it in other ways to check the weather, get traffic reports or even see how your stocks are doing. The 'Sandman Doppler' Alarm Clock sports six USB ports for charging up all of your various devices, while the alarm clock also offers [Bluetooth connectivity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatch-restore-3) as well. This enables you to take calls through it and listen to your favorite music without having to deal with physical connections. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Voice Assistant Connectivity:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include integrating voice assistants into a wide range of consumer devices. - **Smart Alarm Clocks:** Disruptive innovation opportunities involve creating alarm clocks that offer voice control, connectivity, and multiple charging ports. - **Multi-function Devices:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in developing devices that combine multiple functionalities, such as alarm clocks with USB ports and Bluetooth connectivity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in this industry include creating devices that incorporate voice assistant connectivity, such as alarm clocks. - **Home Automation:** Disruptive innovation opportunities involve developing smart alarm clocks that can be integrated into home automation systems. - **Mobile Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include designing alarm clocks with multiple charging ports and Bluetooth connectivity for charging and playing music from mobile devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Sunrise Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-smartsleep-connected-sleep-and-wakeup-light.md) - [Modernized Vintage-Inspired Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roberts-ortus-5.md) - [Digital Personality Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-oclock.md) - [Coffee-Brewing Sunrise Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optimrise-sunrise-alarm-clock.md) - [Illuminating Smart Home Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-dot-with-clock.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) - [Accessibility-Focused Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/routine-alarm-clock.md) - [Motion-Sensing Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-sound-clock-alarmo.md)