Google's alarm clock app downloaded 1 billion times
It’s one of the standard apps for Android smartphones: the Google Clock app. It’s so popular that it’s been downloaded more than a 1 billion times.
Do you have a classic alarm clock, one that you keep on your bedside table? If so, congratulations. Seems you’re part of a dying breed. Why? Smartphones have replaced the classic alarm clock.
Continuous improvements
Although Google Clock is only a simple utility, Google has continued to develop its alarm clock app with an improved user interface. On top of this, new features such as Bedtime were released last year. This allows users to assign routines, track their sleep time activity and even use sunset alarms to light up a room before waking up. Clock also syncs with apps such as Spotify and YouTube Music, so you can always start your day with your favourite songs.
Who invented it?
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