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Simulated Sunrise

Nature-mimicking alarm clocks use gradual light to rouse sleepers

Implications - In order to work with the body's natural cycles, consumers are seeking ways to replicate the experience of dawn and sunrise with smart alarm clocks that use gradual light as a means to waking up individuals naturally. This increased investment in overall well-being is representative of the increased interest in self-care as a means of maximizing energy and personal health.
Workshop Question - What is one way your brand could fulfill the consumer desire for naturality?
Trend Themes
1. Natural Wake-up Method - Consumers seek natural ways to wake up such as using simulated sunrise instead of traditional alarm clocks
2. Smart Lighting - Smart lighting features such as targeted sounds and circadian rhythms stimulation are being integrated into household lighting
3. Multifunctional Alarm Clocks - Alarm clocks are being designed to feature multiple functionalities such as emitting scents to wake up users
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home Technology - Developers can incorporate smart lighting technology into household lighting products
2. Health and Wellness Industry - Developers can create natural products such as simulated sunrise alarm clocks to improve consumers' well-being
3. Consumer Electronics Industry - Manufacturers can create multifunctional alarm clocks with features such as emitting fragrance to wake up users
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Featured Examples

Meditative Gradient Clocks
Meditative Gradient Clocks
This Artistic Clock Was Designed to Allow Reflection on the Big Picture
Unlike his previous design, ‘The Present,’ which represented the four seasons, the new design by Scott Thrift is a gradient clock that does tell time—but still more creatively than... MORE
Sunrise-Simulating Alarm Clocks
Sunrise-Simulating Alarm Clocks
The Philips Wake-Up Light Uses Light & Sound to Gently Wake You Up
The Philips Wake-up Light is a simple but ingenious product that is looking to change the way people start their day. Alarms are annoying, as anyone who wakes up to them every morning will attest.... MORE
Vibe-Influencing Lightbulbs
Vibe-Influencing Lightbulbs
The Ilumi Smart Lightbulbs Change Color & Stimulate Circadian Rhythms
The Ilumi smart lightbulbs are LED lightbulbs that feature a whole array of features for extra brightness, energy efficiency and overall well-being. These bulbs can be programmed to simulate... MORE
Fragrant Alarm Clocks
Fragrant Alarm Clocks
The 'Mojo' Bedroom Alarm Clock Wakes Users with Scents
Alarm clocks usually make use of some sort of audio alert in order to get you up in the morning, but the ‘Mojo’ bedroom alarm clock looks to take things in a different direction.... MORE
Targeted Light Alarms
Targeted Light Alarms
The Wake Alarm Uses Light and Sound to Gently Wake You Up
The Wake alarm is a morning alarm solution, developed by Lucera Labs, that combines natural sunrise-like light with targeted sounds. While there are many alarms out there that mimic sunrise for a... MORE
Healthy Smart Lamps
Healthy Smart Lamps
The Hue Go Light Connects to Devices for Alerts, Alarms and More
Hue Go is a portable lamp that is made for the connected home and tech-savvy individual. It brings together convenience and health in a way that is purely practical. Yet Hue Go is also a chic piece... MORE

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