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Clocks. They sit quietly on the wall or bedside table and are generally quite boring as far as gadgets go, right? Well, not anymore. In a world of cool gizmos clock gadgets are catching up and showing some personality.

At one time you could choose to have your alarm clock wake you up in one of two ways—with an annoying beep or music. Well, if there’s one thing we as consumers like it’s choice and clock makers have answered the call with a variety of new and fun clocks that make the beeping ones look passé.

Clock Gadgets that Get You Out of Bed

For those of you who have trouble rising and shining the first time around you’re probably very familiar with the snooze button. The problem is abuse of that snooze button can get you into trouble. What you need is a clock with an attitude like the Tantrum clock. Like a child whose been denied a new toy this clock gadget will literally throw a hissy fit in your face until you get your lazy butt out of bed. Harsh? Possibly. Effective? You bet!

If an electric temper tantrum isn’t enough to motivate you there are always the clocks that use dirty tricks. For those that just can’t peel themselves off the sheets mobile alarm clocks may be the morning motivator you’re looking for. Clocks that run away or launch flying discs in the air, both while beeping incessantly, are sure to get even the most reluctant riser up and at ‘em.

Time for a Little Fun

Just because clocks have an important job doesn’t mean they have to be all business. Alarm clock gadgets that require you to solve a puzzle before they turn off help brush those cobwebs away and kick start your brain with a little mental stimulation. These types of clocks are great for both adults and kids who need a little brain boost in the morning.

Speaking of kids, while clocks can help them learn to tell time wouldn’t it be awesome if they threw in some other fun information as well? How about teaching your child what Saturn or various constellations look like via a fun galactic projection? What child wouldn’t love to have their own little piece of the galaxy right on their bedroom wall along with a digital display of the time? That’s much more interesting than those boring old alarm clocks of the past.

So if you think alarm clocks are just those boring, beeping objects beside your bed think again. Today’s alarm clock gadgets are working harder than ever to get you up in the morning and have a little fun at the same time.