6/30/2010

Seiko Advanced Technology Slim Travel Clock Review

Seiko Advanced Technology Slim Travel ClockI have used this Travel Clock for a couple of years. It works well, has all the information I need, is easy to use and packs well. What more could you want?

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Product Description:
This Global R-Wave desk clock is synchronized by radio with the atomic clock in the U.S. Accurate to within a second in a million years and automatically adjusts for daylight savings time Silver-tone metallic case Bright amber light Calendar Thermometer Ascending beep alarm with snooze Automatic alarm stops after 1 minute Works in all countries with R-Wave systems Two AA batteries included

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6/29/2010

Moshi MTC8304 Voice Control Travel Alarm Clock Pink Review

Moshi MTC8304 Voice Control Travel Alarm Clock PinkThis item is cute and I like the styling but the voice recognition doesn't really work.If you like having conversations with customer service robots who need you to repeat yourself three and four times before they can understand you, buy this clock.The one time my alarm went off on time, I hit snooze and the voice said it would be going off again in 8 minutes.Never heard from the alarm again.Also, its not really suitable as a travel item as the metallic colored finish scratches off instantly on contact with anything else.So for travel you would have to make a flannel pouch for it or something.

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Moshi Travel Alarm Clocks are great at home, but even better on the road. The new, sleek, and compact Moshi Voice Control Travel Alarm Clock comes in four color options, making it the perfect addition to any traveler's suitcase. It's been a long, jet-lagged day and the last thing you want to do is try to futz with those confusing hotel alarm clocks or untrustworthy automated wake-up calls. With the Moshi VC Travel Alarm Clock simply say, "Set Alarm...7:30am," and sleep with ease anywhere in the world.

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6/28/2010

Travel Alarm Clock - Shake Awake Sonic Alert Review

Travel Alarm Clock - Shake Awake Sonic AlertMy husband and I are on slightly different work schedules, and when we first married, he was very apprehensive at the idea of an alarm clock going off at 4am!So he found the Shake Awake....3 years ago.It has never failed to wake me up, even on my most tired nights, and I've only changed the batteries once this whole time.After 3 years of daily use, the large button used for snoozing and using the backlight for the display isn't working so well, but I'm willing to shop for a new one!It works great and holds up to the manufacturer's claims.

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Vibrating Travel Alarm Clock helps those who can't seem to wake up to the noise of an alarm. Shake Awake's powerful vibrating motor wakes even the heaviest sleepers...

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6/26/2010

HOWARD MILLER CLOCK CO. Chronicle Wall Clock with LCD Inset, 14in, Gray, 1 AA Battery Review

HOWARD MILLER CLOCK CO. Chronicle Wall Clock with LCD Inset, 14in, Gray, 1 AA BatteryMy wife suffered a horrible car accident in which her brain was severely injured.Her short-term memory is shot, and this clock helps her keep track of what the day and date is.The price is very good compared to other clocks of this type.I gave only 3 stars on the appearance due to the LCD being a bit hard to read at certain angles.For a AA battery-powered clock, i guess these compromises have to be made...[...]

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LCD inset lets you track day, date and month as well as time. Unique timepiece is part clock, part calendar for optimum time management. Allows you to view the time and date in one single motion. Combination of analog and digital formats works to increase efficiency. All you need is one AA battery to power both the clock and calendar!. Global Product Type: Clocks-Wall; Time Format: Standard; Power Source(s): 1 AA Battery (Sold Separately); Movement Type: Quartz.

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6/25/2010

Chass Atomic Radio Controlled Alarm Clock Review

Chass Atomic Radio Controlled Alarm ClockMy husband wanted one of these for his countdown to retirement.He is really enjoying this.

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Features:Radio controlled clock with alarm.Hour, minute, second, day display.Dimensions: 4 5/16" x 1/2" x 2".Up to 2,000 day countdown.Imprint area: 4 1/8" x 5/8".Weight: 2.2 ounces.Backlight.Battery Operated.NOTE: All items are sold blank and without plates attached. Items shown with personalization on product or plates are to illustrate the product and personalization availability.Please call for personalization.

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6/24/2010

Elgin Travel Alarm Clock With Digital Photo Frame, Black Review

Elgin Travel Alarm Clock With Digital Photo Frame, BlackI received this item for Christmas and had to return it after it didn't work.The image screen wouldn't light up most of the time.

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This is a travel alarm clock that actually allows you to bring up to 118 photos with you wherever you go.The clock includes the USB cord and the easy to use program will let you load your pictures in no time.There is a 1.44" display for the photos.This also features Time Ready Technology, which means all you have to do is pick your time zone and the time sets for you automatically.

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6/23/2010

Salubrion Enso Clock Meditation Zen Timer Review

Salubrion Enso Clock Meditation Zen TimerI purchased this excellent clock back in March of 2008, and have been using it daily since then.

In my opinion, the key strengths of this device revolve around flexibility and looks. It allows you to choose from a number of wonderful, richsounding chimes and other sounds (they actually sound better than the real bells & chimes built in to other meditation timers I own). You can set the tones to repeat "forever" after your meditation period has ended, or sound only twice at varying volumes. Good stuff.

You can also create very complex "programs" for yourself (Chime after x minutes, then y minutes, then z minutes, etc. etc.)

I also find the clock very attractive, but that's just personal opinion.

The flexibility that this clock gives you comes at a price, however -setting (time, alarm time, etc.) the thing is a bit complex. The first thing I normally do with any new electronic gizmo I purchase is throw away the instructions - it's an ego thing, I admit it. Anyway, 3 months later, I'm guarding the instructions to this baby with my life. While setting up a basic timer is easy as cake, doing more interesting programs will take a bit of trial and error.

The backlight button on the clock has also been hit or miss for me. I have to touch it just right or the backlight won't come on. I'd also like the ability turn the backlight on and keep it on. In it's current incarnation it only stays on for 5-ish seconds.

Finally, it would be nice if the buttons had some sort of tactile "nubs" attached (this comment is stolen shamlelessly from another reviewer). At 4AM in the morning, I need all the help I can get making sure I have actually activated the timer.

So, this clock isn't perfect, but it is the best one I've found so far, and it is fantastic for travel - packs really easily.

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Product Description:
A thoughtful gift for people with a meditation or yoga practice, the versatile Enso Clock can be programmed with up to 99 sequential timers. The countdown timer features a visual onscreen circle, and the alarm uses soothing chimes of Tibetan singing bowls. 3" diameter; 0.8" thick. Made inChina.

Enso, which means circle in Japanese, symbolizes enlightenment, elegance, and the universe. Traditionally, the enso is painted with a single clockwise brushstroke, beginning and ending at the bottom. The central deplay feature of the Enso Clock is the painted circle that surrounds the screen and is gradually brushed onscreen as the timer progresses. This way, the user can glance at the Enso and see the relative amount of time that has elapsed, eliminating the distraction of focusing on the exact numerical time that remains.

Features:

Includes carrying pouch and two AAA batteries
Display lights with the press of a button
Low-battery symbol on clock face will tell you
when to replace the batteries
Four sound choices
Countdown timing, interval timing, and alarm

Countdown Timing
The Enso Clock can be used as a simple countdown timer to time your meditation, yoga, Reiki, or therapy sessions. Simply press the Timer button, set the amount of time in Hours, Minutes, and Seconds, and press the Green Start button. The circle begins to paint indicating how much of the entire time has passed. The Enso gongs at

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6/22/2010

Infinity Instruments That 70's Clock - Red Alarm Clock Review

Infinity Instruments That 70's Clock - Red Alarm ClockThis clock is very cute. The red looks lovely in my daughter's room. However you should only buy this if you want something decorative. The alarm is horrible. It is soooooo loud it wakes up people in other bedrooms and is the most jarring and horrifying way to wake up.We are going to open up the back and see if we can dull the bell sound somewhat but as of now we haven't been able to set the alarm.:(

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Retro red plastic alarm clock.Cream dial with Arabic numbers at every hour with the 3, 6, 9 and 12 emphasized.Covered by a plastic lens which is encircled by a small yellow ring.A yellow button on top matches the ring and stops the alarm.Operates by a highly accurate quartz movement and one "C" battery, not included. Guaranteed by a one year manufacturer's warranty.

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6/21/2010

Chaney Instruments Touch Screen Travel Alarm Clock Review

Chaney Instruments Touch Screen Travel Alarm ClockThis looked like a good idea at first. Build an easy-to-use intuitive touch screen travel alarm clock for under $15.NO instructions necessary.

In practice, I've seen a few issues with this clock and am going to return it or use it as a backup clock only. There are too many functions available on the main screen in touch mode that are critical and easy to reset in the dark - (more below)

Pros
- Every setting is touch screen.This is very convenient and it makes a great first impression.It's intuitive. Setting the alarm is easy. The time/date auto-sets itself (amazing)

Cons
- The alarm "off" hotspot is in the upper right of the screen. If you hit the wrong "hotspot" (easy to do in the dark), you may only engage "snooze".The initial wakeup sound is more like multiple, soft chirps.The 5-7 minute later snooze wakeup is loud and maybe wifey doesn't know how to shut if off and runs into the bathroom ready to strangle you.

- The Timezone setting is what messed me up.
By making it too easily available/immediately changeable on the touch screen, in the dark, it's easy to touch *it* (timezone hotspot) by mistake and now all of a sudden EST becomes CST so guess what? You don't get up for that important interview!!!

I got used to feeling for the UPPER RIGHT corner to shut off the alarm without going into snooze but it's just too easy to mess this up.The unit isn't backlit automatically so that also makes it harder.

The user has to look carefully at the clock each night before turning on the alarm to make sure he/she didn't inadvertently reset the timezone.If you have small children, forget it.

I wanted this to be a use-and-forget product.I can't trust it.

The manufacturer should do the following:
- DISABLE any changes to the time parameters once the alarm is set.
- bury the timezone change in a menu or make it a 2-step "confirm" (Y/N)
- maybe make the snooze a 1 touch and "alarm off completely" be 2 touches to a large hotspot. (IE disable all other functions while alarm is active so touching ANYWHERE on the touch screen activates either snooze or alarm off)

I don't recommend this as an alarm clock. It can be a cool desk clock though and that's why I'm giving it 2 stars.

Update: 12/15/2007
Found a good clock from LLBean after searching all the alternatives here.It's LLBeans' Nightfinder II Travel Alarm Clock for only a few dollars more than this one.This is a simple digital clock with large numbers and no touch screen features.By simply pushing it backwards slightly on it's spring-loaded mount, it illuminates (nice).If sold here, I'd give it 5 stars.

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Set & Forget® Technology means you will never have to set the time on this travel alarm.Unit will display the correct time and even adjust twice annually for DST.Touch Screen for easy setting.Displays month/day/year with inside temperature and features alarm/snooze and back light

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6/20/2010

Lacrosse WT-2165U-SBP Digital Travel Alarm Clock Review

Lacrosse WT-2165U-SBP Digital Travel Alarm ClockThis is a great little clock. I've had three, given away one "New In the Box," or "NIB," am ordering another to have on hand when the spirit moves me to pass it on to someone. I'm kind of a time freak, so I've got one in my bathroom, another in the family room, and a much larger "atomic" wall clock right over my PC.

OK, its not atomic. It is digital, and it receives radio signals from a US station that tell it what time it is. You never need to set it. Couldn't set it if you tried. Once you have fed it an AA battery, set it up according to the instructions, and waited several hours some evening, it will display the exact time, to the minute. If you are willing to wait up to 59 seconds, you can get the exact time to the second, when the minutes display roles over to the next minute.

Yes, you can fold it up, pack it into your baggage, and set it up at your destination. BUT, if your travel takes several days, and if your destination lodging has thick walls and few windows, it may not pick up a signal. Take it camping ... no problem unless it rains on it, or a bear eats it. And, it pretty much has to be in the USA, although I bet parts of Canada, and maybe even northern Mexico, can pick up the signal, too.

Bad part? The part that made me give it only four stars? Setting it up is a PITA. Yes, the instructions are indeed printed right on the clock ... on the inside of the lid, which folds back to be the underside of the base. Hard to read when you are setting the clock using the buttons on the back of the clock, and watching the display on the front of the clock. Also, everything requires multiple button pushes of specific buttons ... one push too few, and you don't get what you want. One push too many, and you have to start over. Trying to set the clock while reading the instructions off of the base is a loser.

Oh yes, you can set it up for 12 hour time, or for Navy time: Right now it is "22:43" on "MO 9.21"

That is 10:43 PM on Monday, September 21st, for you land lubbers.

The URL for the clock's instructions is cleverly printed right on the back of the clock. No, not the base, the back of the clock, right on the battery door. My suggestion is to go to this URL:

and decide if you are sufficiently endowed with the necessary button pushing skills. If so, PRINT OUT the instructions and then order the clock! Its a doozy!

As for batteries, I'd use a common NiCad AA to set it up the first tim. When that dies, or is dying, put in a Lithium cell. That way you will only have to set it once every couple of years.



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Product Description:
Atomic Time & Date
Time Zone Selection
Dual Time Alarms
Adjustable Snooze
Folding Case for TravelDimensions: Receiver: 3.63" x 2.63 " x 0.86 "
Back View All Features:
Folding case for travel use
Instructions printed on the case
Atomic time and date with manual setting
Automatically updates for Daylight Saving Time (on/off option)
Perpetual calendar
Time zone setting
US time zone map
Dual alarm with adjustable snooze
LED backlight
Free standing Specifications:

Display modes (changed by pressing "+" button):
Date (Day, month, date)
Date (Month, Date, Year)
Alarm1 time
Alarm2 time
Seconds
Power requirements:
Alarm Clock: 1 "AAA" Alkaline Battery
Battery Life Lasts Up to 18 Months ©

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6/19/2010

Bulova Travel Alarm Clock Review

Bulova Travel Alarm ClockMy Bulova Travel Alarm Clock looked very nice but the alarm could scarcely be heard and after using it for a few days it was dead.I can only assume that the battery was weak when it was shipped.I think I will like it when I buy a new battery--I just hope that the volume will increase and I'll be able to hear it--after all, what good is an alarm clock that cannot be heard?

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Bulova Excel Alarm Table Clock - B6810 Brushed aluminum folding case World time Calendar Calculator Timer with count-down and count-up functions Choice of two melodies or beep alarm Snooze function Bulova's award-winning collection of classic and contemporary clocks is produced with strict adherence to Bulova's quality standards. Each clock features: A one-year warranty. A state-of-the-art precision movement. The quartz, battery-operated chime and standard movements are guaranteed to be accurate to within three minutes a year Bulova keywind mechanical movements are produced in Europe to the exacting standards of master clock makers The finest quality materials including carefully selected woods, solid brass, lead crystal, imported marble, porcelain and leather Attention to design and engineering details. Bulova Clocks are distinguished by their precision movements, painstakingly assembled wood cases, engraved dials, flawless finishes and unique designs. Bulova clocks span a range of styles and forms with unmatched artistry and technological excellence. DIMENSIONS:

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6/18/2010

Elgin 1.25" LCD Bedside Alarm Clock, Silver Review

Elgin 1.25' LCD Bedside Alarm Clock, SilverI like this clock quite a bit.It's loud enough to wake you up, the light is bright and the snooze button is nice and big.It's very easy to set (up and down change buttons).It's also nice to have the day and date on there.

However, it has a serious flaw.When it is sitting on a nightstand above the height of your pillow, the numbers cannot be read.Basically the screen is unreadable if viewed from below.This means that if you are in bed and want to check the time, you can't just push the light, because you can't read the screen.You either have to get up and look at it straight on, or grab the clock and move it lower.

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This clock resembles the design of an LCD television.Not only does it display the time, it also displays the day, date, and alarm.There is also a blue backlight on demand.

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6/17/2010

Bulova Astronaut Travel Table Clock - B2808 Review

Bulova Astronaut Travel Table Clock - B2808This alarm has turned out to be pretty useless. It's quite small as I'd read, but that's where the good stuff ends. There's no snooze, no light, and you can't set an exact wake up time. There's a single hand that sets the alarm off, but you have to approximate the time. You can't turn the alarm back on either, because it will continue to go off until it's 30 minutes past the set time. It's also quite cheaply made. Pushing a bit too hard either on or off will cause the entire clock face to spin. The metal cover is quite wobbly. I was hoping for something a bit classy to back up my other travel alarms, but this thing is garbage.

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Bulova Astronaut Travel Table Clock - B2808 Metal case, chrome finish Protective hinged cover Luminous hour markers Beep alarm Protective glass lens 1.5" diameter engraving plate included Adaptation of the Accutron Astronaut Limited Edition watch. Bulova's award-winning collection of classic and contemporary clocks is produced with strict adherence to Bulova's quality standards. Each clock features: A one-year warranty. A state-of-the-art precision movement. The quartz, battery-operated chime and standard movements are guaranteed to be accurate to within three minutes a year Bulova keywind mechanical movements are produced in Europe to the exacting standards of master clock makers The finest quality materials including carefully selected woods, solid brass, lead crystal, imported marble, porcelain and leather Attention to design and engineering details. Bulova Clocks are distinguished by their precision movements, painstakingly assembled wood cases, engraved dials, flawless finishes and unique designs. Bulova clocks span a range of styles and forms with unmatched artistry and technological excellence. DIMENSIONS:

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6/16/2010

Clocky Alarm Clock On Wheels Review

Clocky Alarm Clock On WheelsI've acquired quite a collection of alarm clocks over the years in the search for the perfect one.And while Clocky isn't perfect, it is definitely the best one I've seen so far.

1. The alarm tone is adorable and (most importantly) somewhat random.Unlike the traditional Casio or Timex alarms, which sound like fire alarms, Clocky sounds like R2D2 going crazy.I hate all alarm clock sounds with a passion, but somehow I haven't been able to fall in hate with clocky.That sound is just too darned cute (and somewhat random, which helps).

2. The actual running around functionality is a little gimmocky but effective.The thing is, clocky doesn't run until after you've snoozed once, so you have incentive to get up (this can be configured from 10 to 0 minutes, thus effectively immediately buzzing and running).But overall, it works.Clocky runs until he gets stuck on a wall or a discarded bit of clothing, and makes a bunch of noise.You've got to figure out where he went and drag him back.

While I had imagined some sort of light hop to the ground, Clocky actually lands on the ground with a resounding thud.It does have 4 batteries in it.I once accidentally put clocky on the dresser over my bed, and woke to a 3 pound alarm clock falling 4 feet onto my chest.While this little thing feels hugely sturdy for an alarm clock, I can't imagine clocky would be too happy long term if you put it up more than 3 feet off the ground and had hardwood floors.Still, It's probably more safe to throw across the room than most alarm clocks.

3. They've also fixed a lot of the little problems with most clock interfaces.For one the buttons are easy to press and interact with.Changing the time isn't a tedius experience, as the key repeat rate is much faster and more responsive than most clocks.Otherwise, it's press a button, get a response, with a clean and simple UI.The only unintuitive function was setting the snooze time (hold down the alarm time), but otherwise the UI is beautiful.

There are two problems, though they don't quite detract enough to drop the a full 5 star score.

1. The button to turn off the alarm is simple and easy enough to press that the first few weeks I found myself pressing it accidentally every now and then, thus turning off the alarm.

2. If you have a cluttered landing site, Clocky may turn himself off as he jumps.If he lands just right (or, well, somewhat right) he'll hit that aforementioned button himself, and shut down.

Overall, of the 12 alarm clocks I currently own, Clocky is the only one I still use on a daily basis.If you hate conventional alarm clocks, I recommend trying this one.So far for me it has been great.


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6/15/2010

Crescendo Travel Alarm By Howard Miller Review

Crescendo Travel Alarm By Howard MillerThe Howard Miller Crescendo Travel Alarm Clock is designed to be simple, function well and last a long time.It shares its clock works, which are made in China, with other available travel alarms, most notably the Ultralux H3 tritium travel alarm clock that can be branded by other companies - like Smith & Wesson.The Smith & Wesson (Ultralux)clock has an extremely heavy metal case and the clock hands have had tritium cells bonded to them, but the design of the back of the case is poor.The Howard Miller clock has a back that is mostly metal while the Ultralux clock has an all plastic back.The cover for the button battery on the Ultralux clock is poorly designed and fails very quickly - leaving the user with a clock that does not function.The Howard Miller clock case, however, does not suffer from such design flaws.I originally bought a Smith & Wesson Tritium Travel Alarm Clock and the company I bought it from did not replace it when I complained about the poor Ultralux construction.I ended up discarding it and purchasing the Howard Miller clock.

I am extremely happy withmy purchase of the Howard Miller Crescendo Travel Alarm Clock.I feel it will give me good service for many years to come.



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This round, folding alarm clock sports a stylish, sleek look packaged in a covenient size perfect for traveling. Metal, alloy clock with a polished chrome finish. | Includes a black, perforated, genuine leather travel pouch with a snap button strap.

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6/14/2010

Camdem Travel / Alarm Clock By Howard Miller Review

Camdem Travel / Alarm Clock By Howard MillerClock is mainly made of Plastic and not brass.Attractive but cheaply made in China.

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Brushed brass tone crescendo alarm clock with polished brass finished base and trim. White dial features black hands, Roman numerals and brass second hand. Hinged, gold tone presentation box with padded interior and brass clasp.

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6/13/2010

High Sierra Atomic Travel Alarm Clock BK 8050-44BK Review

High Sierra Atomic Travel Alarm Clock BK 8050-44BKThis is a sturdy, clamshell type clock with loud alarm and thermometer (to help set proper sleeping temperature in hotels!).Some of the settings (especially time zones) aren't completely intuitive, but otherwise, works fine!

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Designed in High Sierras trademark style, this atomic alarm clock will appeal to a broad range of people. Uses a built-in receiver that synchronizes to official U.S. time and sets itself. Combine it with other High Sierra gifts to create a travel package for study abroad programs or leadership training schools. Displays day, month, date, and temperature. Snooze function. 2 AAA batteries included. Includes 1-piece High Sierra gift box.Dimensions (LxWxH): 2.80 x 0.95 x 3.75 Inches

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6/12/2010

Digiview RC304EL International Travel Clock Review

Digiview RC304EL International Travel ClockThis was my fourth "atomic" alarm clock, and by FAR the worst I've ever owned.The controls are anything but intuitive, and the receiver doesn't seem particularly sensitive (I had it sitting right next to the Oregon Scientific clock I use at home, and the very nice Seiko QHR016 travel alarm that I bought to replace it, and both the Oregon Scientific and the Seiko picked up the signal fine, while the Digiview saw nothing).

The worst part, however, is the LCD screen and backlight.First off, the LCD fades badly if you're not looking at just the right angle.The really dim green backlight does too.Unfortunately, the angle at which the screen is most readable and the angle at which the backlight is brightest do NOT coincide.What's more, when my clock was sitting on the nightstand next to my bed, I could not read it without picking it up.

I know that this is a really minor quibble compared to the rest, but the alarm has a really unpleasant tone (at least for me).

Let me put it this way -- I spent almost $50 on this clock just a few weeks ago, and I recently bought the Seiko travel alarm (which I love), and threw the Digiview RC304EL in the trash (even though it was still "working").That says it all.

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Product Description:
The Digiview RC304EL International Travel Alarm Clock is a compact and attractive travel alarm loaded with great features. This sleek, compact clock is an international, all-band atomic clock that automatically detects time signals wherever they are available. No matter where you go, you'll be able to tell if you're getting accurate time signal readings with the signal reception strength indicator that is built into the RC304EL.
Digiview didn't scrimp on style -- this stylish gray atomic clock looks good in any decor. In timekeeping mode, the clock's two-line LCD panel shows the time, month, date, weekday, and indoor temperature. This clock even features a dual alarm with snooze function as well as an enhanced blue backlighting display for easy viewing day or night. Designed for placement on a nightstand, table, or desktop, this compact clock works on the road, at home, or in the office, and it is powered by a single CR2032 battery (not included).
The RC304EL is amazingly accurate. In the U.S., this clock calibrates itself to the world's most accurate clock every night by receiving WWVB 60kHZ radio transmissions. These transmissions contain time information from the U.S. atomic clock source operated by the U.S. Commerce Department. The time can be displayed in 12-hour or 24-hour format, the month and date are displayed digitally in that order, and the weekday is displayed as a two-letter abbreviation. This clock even automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time. Other atomic time radio signals are available in parts of Europe, Asia, and Japan -- if no time signal is available the clock will still operate in manual mode.


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6/11/2010

Advance Time Technology Keywind Alarm Clock, Off-White Review

Advance Time Technology Keywind Alarm Clock, Off-WhiteOrdered two of these alarm clocks, One was inoperable out of the box. The second is still working after one month. The quality is not what I had expected. Apparently no QA at the factory. No way for refund from Amazon or the supplier. Probably won't purchase from them again.

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This retro keywind features a 36 hour movement and luminous hands, numbers, and hour index.This is perfect for the "green" customer.

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6/10/2010

Moshi Speak n Set Touch Activated Clock Review

Moshi Speak n Set Touch Activated ClockBottom line:I really like this unique, voice-activated alarm clock.It only needs minor tweaking to be fabulous.

Here are the pros and cons:

Pros:Small.Takes up very little room on the nightstand.Attractive egg-shell-colored base with small square hard-plastic display.Because it's battery-powered (3 AAA), it will continue to work even when the power goes off.Small enough to pack for travel.Simple to use.This would be a great clock for someone with visual impairment (it will tell you the time and other data by voice) or difficulty with fine motor skills.Unlike earlier versions, this Moshi doesn't waste your time with unnecessary words.It is polite, e.g.: "Command, please."The female voice of Moshi is a soft alto voice that is easy to listen to.I worried that, after a while, I would find a clock voice irritating, but so far that hasn't happened.

Almost everything you need to do with this clock you can do by voice commands.My favorite voice command is "set alarm."I always hated having to set and re-set my old alarm based upon when my children needed to get to school or whether it was a weekend or weekday.I particularly hated holding down the "set alarm" button, only to run past the alarm time I wanted.My old alarm wouldn't let me back up and I would have to hold the button down again while it went completely around its 24 hour mechanism to return to the time I needed.Sometimes(was I pressing harder?) I would again miss my alarm time, and have to repeat the process.Aggravating!With Moshi, I simply press the small rectangular display and, in response to its succinct query, tell it the alarm time I want.It verbally confirms the alarm time, and I'm done.It takes about 10 seconds max to set the alarm!This feature alone is worth the price of the clock!

There are voice commands for virtually (but not all) functions for which you need a clock.By voice, it will tell you the time, alarm set time, room temperature, day and date.By voice, you can tell it "sleep sound," and it will play the pleasant sound of an ocean for 5 minutes to help you fall asleep.

Cons:You can't set "today's date" by voice. You have to use tiny buttons on the underside of the base and it's a bit of challenge to figure out how to do that.Once you set the date, though, it automatically knows the day of the week.

Although you have a choice of 3 alarm sounds, they are all unpleasant.I hope Moshi changes them in future versions.(You can get a snooze period and end the alarm for the moment by simply touching the display.It will allow you 2 9-minute snooze periods before it cuts off.)I reluctantly will live with the sounds, though, for the FABULOUS convenience of voice commands.It's a trade-off I happily make.

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Product Description:
This unique voice interactive alarm clock uses speech reacognition technology that allows you to set the time and alarm with your own voice commands. This clock also responds to your questions such as, "What time is it?" with a vocalized answer. The clock resonds to 10 seperate commands. All the functions are controlled by your voice after a touch of the activation panel. Easy and quick to sets up. The backlit LCD shows the time and date in 2 inch numerals. The clock also has a voice activated function the eases you top sleep with the calming sounds of the ocean. Powered by AC adapter or three AAA batteries (not included)

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6/08/2010

Bulova Avant Travel Alarm Clock - Titanium-Finish Case Review

Bulova Avant Travel Alarm Clock - Titanium-Finish CaseMy favorite alarm -- I use it at home as well as on travel.Folds smaller than a wallet.Large numbers don't glow annoyingly, but light up with a touch.Only drawback:you can only Snooze twice.It won't call you more than 3 times.

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Bulova Avant Titanium Table Clock - B6943 Titanium-finish case Protective hinged cover Month, date and dual time readout 12/24-hour display Electroluminescent blue-glow lighted dial display Beep alarm Snooze function Bulova's award-winning collection of classic and contemporary clocks is produced with strict adherence to Bulova's quality standards. Each clock features: A one-year warranty. A state-of-the-art precision movement. The quartz, battery-operated chime and standard movements are guaranteed to be accurate to within three minutes a year Bulova keywind mechanical movements are produced in Europe to the exacting standards of master clock makers The finest quality materials including carefully selected woods, solid brass, lead crystal, imported marble, porcelain and leather Attention to design and engineering details. Bulova Clocks are distinguished by their precision movements, painstakingly assembled wood cases, engraved dials, flawless finishes and unique designs. Bulova clocks span a range of styles and forms with unmatched artistry and technological excellence. DIMENSIONS:

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6/07/2010

Elgin QA Twin Bell Alarm Clock, Silver Review

Elgin QA Twin Bell Alarm Clock, SilverThis model is a great alarm clock to use for either nostalgia, to use for a desk clock (like I do), or for a regular alarm clock.It has a lighted dial, and a snooze feature - both which are operated by pressing down on the handle of the clock.The pewter finish goes great with my black and gray decor on my computer desk, and would be great for any modern setting, while still looking like an old fashioned clock to boot!

It also has a loud alarm that would be good for people who need an alarm clock to wake them up, but not one that needs winding every day, as it takes one 'C' battery.The ends of the hands are also illuminated for night viewing when the lighted dial feature is not activated.

For the money, it is a great buy, and unlike the other poster, I've had my clock with the same battery in it for the past year, and it hasn't drained down yet!

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This retro twin bell alarm clock looks like a classic keywind, but it is actually a battery operated clock.The features include a lighted dial on demand, a repeating snooze, and either a bell or beep alarm sound.

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6/05/2010

Geneva Clock Co 3076AT Advance Quartz Analog Travel Alarm Review

Geneva Clock Co 3076AT Advance Quartz Analog Travel AlarmSmall easy to use and the light up button is great for the dark. My guy had his last one for so many year that one of the buttons finally fell off the back. This is the only alarm he really likes.

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Quartz cube alarm clock. Black case with white analog dial. Light snooze bar. Luminous hands. Ascending alarm. Requires 1 "AA" battery (not included).

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6/04/2010

Casio Auto Calendar Digital Travel Alarm Clock #DQ582D-2 Review

Casio Auto Calendar Digital Travel Alarm Clock #DQ582D-2This clock works well as a battery operated alarm clock.However, Casio really could have thought through the "travel" part better.Although it's light enough, it's too large for a travel clock.And there's no cover for the controls, so my first set of batteries died when something in my bag pressed against the snooze/light button for the whole flight.If you're looking for a battery operated alarm for your nightstand, this is a decent clock.If you really want a travel alarm, look elsewhere (or at least pack the batteries separately).

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6/01/2010

Moshi Interactive Voice Recognition Travel Alarm Clock White Review

Moshi Interactive Voice Recognition Travel Alarm Clock WhiteI purchased this item with not the highest expectations. Basically I wanted to get my brother a cool travel alarm clock with some kind of new technology. I figured if there was any kind of voice activation feature, great, but really I just wanted to get him something cheap and interesting and this seemed to be a good fit.

First thing I noticed: it's a lot tinier than I expected! Fits in the palm of your hand.
Second: as long as you speak clearly, the voice activation works great and is very intuitive! I even heard him moan 'shut off' one morning when it went off and even though I thought he was barely legible, it worked.

He's extremely happy with the present, and I am too.

PS- the alarm sounds are, um, interesting (read: bizarre choices), but certainly effective. I like the bells.

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A travel alarm clock you can trust.Moshi Alarm Clocks are great at home, but even better on the road. The new, sleek, and compact Moshi Voice Control Travel Alarm Clock comes in four color options, making it the perfect addition to any traveler's suitcase. Portable Voice Recognition Technology. It's been a long, jet-lagged day and the last thing you want to do is try to futz with those confusing hotel alarm clocks or untrustworthy automated wake-up calls. With the Moshi VC Travel Alarm Clock simply say, "Set Alarm... 7:30am," and sleep with ease anywhere in the world

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