# Modernized Travel Alarm Clocks The Braun BC21 Offers Qi Wireless Charging and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-03-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-alarm-clock References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/braun-bc21-travel-alarm-clock-wireless-charger/) & [braun-clocks](https://braun-clocks.com/products/bc21-braun-digital-alarm-clock-black) The [Braun](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-x-neighborhood-clock-collection) BC21 travel alarm clock is a modernized take on the classic Braun DN40 from 1976 that will provide consumers with a way to enjoy the aesthetics of yesteryear with the features of today. The clock maintains a slim form factor that puts a clear LCD display right in view to let users easily keep up with what time it is as well as alarm settings. The rear section of the clock is paired with a Qi-enabled [wireless charging pad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-valet) that will pump out up to 10W of power to charge smartphones or other compatible devices. The Braun BC21 travel alarm clock maintains a minimalist design that is perfect for placement on a nightstand for everyday use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 10% - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modernized Travel Alarm Clocks:** The trend towards modernized travel alarm clocks presents the opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home goods industry. - **Qi Wireless Charging:** The trend towards travel alarm clocks featuring Qi wireless charging presents the opportunity for disruptive innovation in the tech industry. - **Minimalist Design:** The trend towards minimalist design in travel alarm clocks presents the opportunity for disruptive innovation in the product design industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Goods:** The modernized travel alarm clocks trend presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the home goods industry, specifically for companies focused on bedroom accessories and decor. - **Tech:** The Qi wireless charging trend presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the tech industry for companies creating charging products and mobile devices. - **Product Design:** The minimalist design trend presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the product design industry, specifically for companies designing household objects and decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Charging Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-clock-1.md) - [Distraction-Free Alarm Clock Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ahmed-rashad.md) - [Modernized Vintage-Inspired Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roberts-ortus-5.md) - [Wireless Clock Charger Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-clock.md) - [Branded Technology Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-snooze.md) - [80s Era Clock Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-x-neighborhood-clock-collection.md) - [Connected Simplicity-Focused Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-rubiks-cube-clock.md) - [Connected Toy-Like Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubb-alarm-clock.md) - [Rainbow Illumination Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-clock-concept.md)