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Appetizing Alarms

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Wake n' Bacon Alarm Clock Wakes You up with Fresh Bacon

— February 21, 2007 — Unique
Now's here's something that will really wake you up!

Wake n' Bacon created by mathlete has been featured on Good Morning America and in New York Times Style Magazine. This alarm clock wakes you up with the smell and sizzle of cooking bacon. Delicious.

Implications - Mathlete explains that the idea came about because the sound of an alarm clock was quite annoying first thing in the morning. The Wake n' Bacon will not startle you from your slumber, but will slowly wake you using smell instead of sound. The way it works is that you must place a piece of frozen bacon in the clock before bed. You set the alarm for ten minutes before you want to wake up and the bacon will cook itself just in time for your morning breakfast.
Trend Themes
1. Sensory Wake Up Calls - Innovative alarm systems that use the senses to gently wake users up offer opportunities for companies to disrupt the traditional wake-up routine.
2. Smart Kitchen Appliances - Integrating smart technology in kitchen appliances, such as the Wake n' Bacon clock, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the home appliance market.
3. Food Alarm Clocks - Food-focused alarm clocks, such as Wake n' Bacon, are a trend that will continue to grow as people seek unique and interactive ways to start their day.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliance - Innovative alarm systems for the home, like the Wake n' Bacon clock, could disrupt the traditional home appliance market with new sensor technology.
2. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics, like the Wake n' Bacon clock, are embracing the use of sensory technology to provide a unique and personalized user experience.
3. Food and Beverage - As more food-focused alarm clocks, like Wake n' Bacon, infiltrate the market, the food and beverage industry has an opportunity to create and market morning products that engage the senses.
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