Last Updated: March 23, 2020 (Refresh Now)

LBell Upgrade Smart Wake Up Light Compatible with Alexa and Google 8 Colors Sunrise Simulation and Sunset Fading Sunrise Alarm Clock Alarm clock with FM Radio 4 Alarm 12 Times Snooze Function

Last Updated: March 23, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.9
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
206
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
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WIFI
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FM RADIO

Review Analysis - 197 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Clock
 86
clock, wake, sunrise, alarms, sunrise alarm clock
+90%
-10%
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" ...  You can set up 2 alarms from the lamp itself, but with the app you can set up multiple alarms and named them as you want to. ... To me, the biggest advantage has been using it as a wake up alarm, using the radio and light.  ...  "
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" ...  Product is used for clock and alarm clock in the bedroom.  ...  "
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" ...  Love that there are multiple alarm clocks and and a FM radio with great sound.  ...  "
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" ...  Lots of options with the app like the ability to set weekday alarms  ...  "
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" ...  -If you set your alarm for 8am, the light setting will start PRIOR to that time for the duration of your choosing (example- a 30 min sunrise will begin at 7:30am ending on the brightest setting you want AT 8am). ... I also found it easy to set the time for 2 alarms by using the clock itself (instead of the app). ... I was able to use the phone app to adjust the clock for Daylight Savings and I had no issues with it.  ...  "
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" ...  The sunrise alarm clock is great if you need to wake up early.  ...  "
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" ...  This alarm clock is awesome.  ...  "
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" ...  The alarm is easy to set and turn off.  ...  "
Software Platform
 52
alexa, google home, control, alarms, alarm
+71%
-29%
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" ...   It connects to your google home (or Alexa I believe).  ...  "
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" ...  Worked immediately with my amazon Echo and Dot in my home!  ...  "
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" ...  One correction from the video, the name of the app used is actually “Smart Life” and not what is shown on the box. ... VOICE CONTROL: I can say “Alexa, turn [on/off] Alarm1” and she will turn it on or off, depending on it’s current status. ... This is a fairly simple “smart” integration.  ...  "
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" ...  We have alexa and google home both and its so good for us to sync it .  ...  "
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" ...  The Alexa / Google Home integration makes this an amazing value.  ...  "
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" ...  Connecting the app to the alarm was a bit trickier but amazon product support helped me sort through that.  ...  "
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" ...  The fact it also connects to Alexa and Google is awesome. ... I already had the smartlife app on my phone with other things connected so integration was cool to not have to download another app . ... The app works great and so much easier to control and change settings and just to play with. ... Now to just figure out how and what routines I can use with the Alexa app.  ...  "
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" ...  Compatible with google home.  ...  "
Apps
 41
control, alarms, alarm, manually, download
+68%
-32%
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" ...   After downloading the app it is easy to connect and the app controls everything. ... The app simplifies setting the alarms, choosing sounds to wake to.  ...  "
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" ...  I love that there is an app available to control it as I’ve been in the habit of using my iPhone alarm so it’s similar.  ...  "
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" ...  You can turn it off and on by voices or the app, both works well.  ...  "
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" ...  One correction from the video, the name of the app used is actually “Smart Life” and not what is shown on the box. ... Time: the last icon on the right is “Time” on the app you can press this or the actual time shown to adjust the time, turn on/off network auto-time (it will get the time from your phone) and control of the display of your alarm clock brightness to “day”, “night” or “off”. ... I do enjoy the app to make setup of time and alarms easier than having to push buttons a million times.  ...  "
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" ...  This also has an APP for both Apple and Android so you can control your alarm clock on your phone!  ...  "
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" ...  Connecting the app to the alarm was a bit trickier but amazon product support helped me sort through that.  ...  "
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" ...  There can be a total of 4 alarms, use the Smart Home app to set the alarms, or if you have Alexa, ask her to set it for you. ... just love the Smart Home app.  ...  "
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" ...  I would highly recommend syncing it to the WiFi and to the app on your phone.  ...  "
Features
 38
features, sunrise, feature, color, wake
+95%
-5%
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" ...  I also like the sunset mode too.  ...  "
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" ...  Wake up mode is awesome (sunrise stimulation over time).  ...  "
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" ...  Has a lot of features for a reasonable price.  ...  "
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" ...  The light is bright enough to wake you.  ...  "
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" ...  This is so easy to use, it has plenty of features compared to other products like this, the color is completely customize able. ... The light to wake up is really awesome and you feel awake quicker than without it.  ...  "
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" ...  She can control all of its features.  ...  "
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" ...  The multi-color function is cool.  ...  "
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" ...  I have learned of the benefits of light therapy and I cannot get enough.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 38
app, alexa, google home, wifi, smart
+71%
-29%
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" ...   It connects to your google home (or Alexa I believe). ... I repeat: you can connect it to your Google Home and control it from your phone!  ...  "
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" ...  It's also compatible with my Google Home devices which is a gigantic pro.  ...  "
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" ...  Worked immediately with my amazon Echo and Dot in my home!  ...  "
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" ...  Compatible with google home.  ...  "
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" ...  The time can also be automatically synced via network, which is neat. ... Likewise, this product's maker also sells a cheaper model without smartphone connectivity.  ...  "
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" ...  Because it can be controlled from my phone or Alexa, I can set it up to turn off and on at certain times of the day.  ...  "
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" ...  Aside from that it's great quality smart/connected product!  ...  "
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" ...  I hardly even need to use my smart phone as long as I am home .  ...  "
Ease of Use
 35
easy to use, app, instructions, easy to set, difficult
+80%
-20%
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" ...  There is a variety of setting options, making it easy to cater to personal preferences.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  But after that it will be very easy and convenient to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Pairing with Amart home app was super easy, follow the instruction in manual.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to set up and use.  ...  "
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" ...  I am also normally not the best with gadgets yet even I consider it actually very user friendly .  ...  "
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" ...  It has the shape of the lamp, so it makes it easy to use.  ...  "
Sound Quality
 34
nature sounds, wake, alarm, sunrise, sounds to wake
+94%
-6%
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" ...  I love that it has multiple settings for sound from calm and soothing to omg stop that noise, and from bright sunny day to a calm morning and works with smart phones what else could I ask for.  ...  "
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" ...  the nature sounds are only short bursts, not long extended versions), but overall, it’s a nice addition to our home.  ...  "
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" ...  Love that there are multiple alarm clocks and and a FM radio with great sound.  ...  "
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" ...  They were easy for them to learn how to use and appreciate the options of sounds to wake up too.  ...  "
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" ...  Its much more relaxing compared to the usual alarm sound and the light which is similar to the sun rising feels much better.  ...  "
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" ...  My daughter has an Alexa in her room so already has the benefits of nature sounds and radio but still struggles with getting up in the morning.  ...  "
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" ...  My partner also loves how the alarm is loud , since he is a very sound sleeper .  ...  "
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" ...  Sound is clear for a small speaker.  ...  "
Sleep Tracking
 20
wake, waking, function, clock, sleep schedule
+95%
-5%
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" ...  Creates a cozy environment and helps to put me to sleep quick  ...  "
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" ...  It has great options for both falling to sleep and waking up.  ...  "
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" ...  I need the dark to sleep because once the sun rises I wake up.  ...  "
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" ...  I attend births so my sleep schedule is anything but normal and having a simulated wake experience that’s more natural is super helpful to me.  ...  "
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" ...   I loved sleep aid function where you have a calming sound (rain, forest or river) with or w/o light. ... Waking up with light first was another plus to my sleep quality.  ...  "
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" ...  I have struggled with insomnia and related sleep issues most of my life, including waking up & this clock/sunrise simulation true help make it easier to wake up in the mornings!  ...  "
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" ...  Sleep Aid: This one I haven’t used, but it’s setup to simulate sunset and help you fall asleep.  ...  "
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" ...  I also like the built-in sound functions that are especially useful when using the sleep function.  ...  "
Wifi
 18
connect to wifi, clock, wifi signal, wi fi, connecting
+56%
-44%
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" ...  But Wifi setup could be much easier.  ...  "
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" ...  Though it only works with 2.4 GHz wifi, but the fm is good.  ...  "
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" ...  Programming is fairly easy as long as you stay away from the Wi-Fi and smart phone options,which I found to be very difficult to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Login to the router administration through your phone/laptop(check the router for login details, if you are using Xfinity you can do it from my account.) ... - Go to Wifi Settings ... - once successfully paired, enable the 5 GHz WiFi signal.  ...  "
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" ...  Connecting to WiFi was a breeze too.  ...  "
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" ...  I really like that this is Google/wi-fi compatible, it makes setting it up easier.  ...  "
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" ...  It took a few minutes to figure how to set up wi-fi.  ...  "
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" ...  Connecting the unit to my wifi was simple through the app as well.  ...  "
Controls
 16
button, control, clock, brightness, stickers
+75%
-25%
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" ...  You click the button icons to change/setup the different features of the device. ... Light: With this button you can turn on the light and set the brightness. ... Settings for this feature include setting the snooze mode and how long the snooze should last. ... Settings for this feature are just for changing the voice control name.  ...  "
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" ...  You can control everything from your cellphone.  ...  "
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" ...  I can adjust the brightness of the actual clock by tapping the settings button so it can be bright and easy to read during the day and off at night.  ...  "
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" ...  Really love the button stickers that come along with it.  ...  "
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" ...  Also there is an app you can download to control the alarm with which makes it even easier to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Pretty easy to use once you figure out the buttons functions.  ...  "
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" ...  The buttons take a little bit to get used to but once you get the hang of them it's very easy to adjust the clock. ... The brightness of the lamp is adjustable, and there are 7 different sounds to choose from.  ...  "
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" ...  You can control light color/intensity, the sound you prefer and the volume.  ...  "
Price
 15
great value, worth the money, money, good, point
+80%
-20%
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" ...  The sound quality is good especially when you consider the cost.  ...  "
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" ...  Great value price point.  ...  "
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" ...  Has a lot of features for a reasonable price.  ...  "
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" ...  Finally, I selected this one because of the number of good reviews and the cost, and I wasn't disappointed!  ...  "
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" ...  I'm rounding up to a 4 star because it's not bad for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  ╔ ■ Price Point / Value: 5/5  ...  "
Color
 13
really, color, brightness, light, bright
+100%
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" ...  You can change the brightness of the "sun" to either super bright or just calming bright so it doesn't blind you.  ...  "
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" ...  The number of options for brightness and color allow them to customize their own to their preferences.  ...  "
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" ...  You can also enable “Colorful light” that instead of normal light you get a rotation of bright colors.  ...  "
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" ...  the sunrise simulation is pretty good and it gets really bright.  ...  "
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" ...  The different color modes are wonderful too.  ...  "
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" ...  The light has nice color options.  ...  "
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" ...  I have black out shades so sleeping in is really easy to do.  ...  "
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" ...  8 Colors Sunrise Light is really pretty.  ...  "
FM
 13
fm, sounds, stations, wake, auto
+100%
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" ...  We wake up to the sound of either fm music or talk radio (me).  ...  "
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" ...  Though it only works with 2.4 GHz wifi, but the fm is good.  ...  "
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" ...  VOICE CONTROL: I can say “Alexa, turn [on/off] FM Radio” and she will turn it on or off, depending on it’s current status.  ...  "
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" ...  No problems with the FM radio, pretty standard.  ...  "
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" ...  He can also listen to FM, very easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  The FM radio is so practical for someone on the go .  ...  "
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" ...  The radio is great.  ...  "
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" ...  It also has an inbuilt FM transmitter, you can set the FM as a morning alarm, or chose from the 6 build-in sounds.  ...  "
Design
 13
nightstand, modern, beautiful, sleek, room
+100%
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" ...  I like the sleek look - it looks nice and modern even when the light feature is turned off.  ...  "
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" ...  Looks good works good.  ...  "
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" ...  But when I received it, it looks beautiful and has lot of more features than I expected.  ...  "
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" ...  I really liked the shape of it!  ...  "
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" ...  Multiple uses and looks great too  ...  "
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" ...  Sleek looking clock on my nightstand.  ...  "
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" ...  The device has a modern, fashionable design that looks great on my nightstand. ... Super cool add on!!  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this for my kids room and its a cute design.  ...  "
Capacity
 11
light, dark, window, sun, sleep
+100%
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" ...  Lights up my dark room fairly well.  ...  "
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" ...  But the light fills my room.  ...  "
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" ...  The atmosphere is really good because it is installed in my room.  ...  "
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" ...  I keep my light at a 15 and it's still enough to light up a dark room.  ...  "
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" ...  Probably best in a darker room.  ...  "
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" ...  I will be getting one of these for my kids room next.  ...  "
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" ...  its looks like the sun is rising in his room.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this for my daughter's room.  ...  "
Setup
 10
setup, app, wifi, manual, help
+80%
-20%
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" ...  Easy instructions and easy linking to Alexa.  ...  "
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" ...  But Wifi setup could be much easier.  ...  "
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" ...  Once your light is setup you’ll see a graphic of it that you can click on.  ...  "
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" ...  It took a few minutes to figure how to set up wi-fi.  ...  "
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" ...  Login to the router administration through your phone/laptop(check the router for login details, if you are using Xfinity you can do it from my account.)  ...  "
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" ...  The installation manual is pretty much worthless, but after playing around with it for a while I figured out how it works and enjoy it.  ...  "
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" ...  Connecting the unit to my wifi was simple through the app as well.  ...  "
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" ...  App is easy to setup and use.  ...  "
Volume
 9
sound, alarm, volume, sounds, room
+100%
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" ...  Perfect little clock for the bedside table Small but large enough to be easily seen.  ...  "
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" ...  The alarm is loud and having the sunlight gradually turn on which is amazing!  ...  "
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" ...  Sound is clear for a small speaker.  ...  "
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" ...  My partner also loves how the alarm is loud , since he is a very sound sleeper .  ...  "
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" ...  -various alarm sounds with a wide range of volume  ...  "
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" ...  I love how the alarm system gradually wakes you up with natural sound instead of the norma loud one volume type of alarms on the phone or other alarm clocks .  ...  "
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" ...  But the light fills my room.  ...  "
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" ...  The nature sounds are calming and great alternative to loud beeping, but get repetitive fast if not turned off.  ...  "
Display Clarity
 9
display, bright, turned, clock, wake
+100%
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" ...  The light function has great range of brightness.  ...  "
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" ...  I like that the brightness is adjustable.  ...  "
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" ...  The brightness of the lamp is adjustable, and there are 7 different sounds to choose from.  ...  "
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" ...  I can adjust the brightness of the actual clock by tapping the settings button so it can be bright and easy to read during the day and off at night.  ...  "
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" ...  Light: With this button you can turn on the light and set the brightness.  ...  "
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" ...  You can set the timers for when you want the sun to start to rise and the brightness as well which I love!  ...  "
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" ...  Progressively shining brighter.  ...  "
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" ...  It helps me wake up in the morning by incrementally increasing in brightness.  ...  "
For Kids
 7
bought, son, room, one, kid
+100%
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" ...  I am considering getting one for each of my kids  ...  "
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" ...  I will be getting one of these for my kids room next.  ...  "
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" ...  Good for my kids to wake up more softly.  ...  "
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" ...  I listen to it as I get my toddler ready for the day .  ...  "
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" ...  Just bought for son going to college to get him up for classes.  ...  "
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" ...  Overall I love my new night that I bought for the kids and now keeping and would recommend.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this for my kids room and its a cute design.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 6
hours, error, days, test
+33%
-67%
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" ...  And just in case you think it’s user error, I did get a second person to check.  ...  "
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" ...  Took me 4 hours to figure out that it doesn't work.  ...  "
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" ...  I have tried for hours will a failed result each time.  ...  "
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" ...  If you set and instant test it works fine but overnight it error on three separate test.  ...  "
Night Photography
 6
night, time, sunrise, feature
+83%
-17%
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" ...  She likes the gradually fading night time light.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the nighttime/sunset setting too.  ...  "
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" ...  I prefer the higher light.  ...  "
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" ...  I took the pictures when it was dark, but it looks nice in daylight too.  ...  "
Comfort
 6
helps, feel, also, buttons
+83%
-17%
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" ...  I never felt so relaxed.  ...  "
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" ...  I feel as if I fall asleep faster.  ...  "
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" ...  I also love the sunsets setting which helps me fall asleep.  ...  "
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" ...  actually feel refreshed and ready to start the day  ...  "
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" ...  It helps you to fall asleep.  ...  "
Charging
 5
usb, phone, use, set, like
+100%
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" ...  I love that you can use it to charge your phone (which frees up precious outlet space in my room) and the APP makes it very easy to set!  ...  "
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" ...  I like to keep 2 alarms and can set it with Google assistance and at the same charge my mobile .  ...  "
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" ...  I like that it is powered by the USB charger.  ...  "
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" ...  It does have a USB port to charge from which is a nice added touch to this albeit not a quick charger.  ...  "
As Gift
 4
gifts, gift, one, got, friends
+100%
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" ...  Bought a couple of these for Christmas gifts for friends and happy with my purchase as I've received good feedback from my friends.  ...  "
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" ...  Great for gifts.  ...  "
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" ...  Very good to gift anyone.  ...  "
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" ...  I just got one and I may got one for my friend as a gift.  ...  "
Returns
 4
-100%
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" ...  I was unable to set this up with my other automated electronics and returned it.  ...  "
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" ...  Guess I’ll mail it back.  ...  "
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" ...  For this alone i might have to return it.  ...  "
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" ...  I am returning it.  ...  "
Cooling
 4
color
+100%
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" ...  The multi-color function is cool.  ...  "
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" ...  Very cool product.  ...  "
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" ...  Super cool add on!!  ...  "
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" ...  This is a really cool thing.  ...  "
Build Quality
 4
good, cheap, build
+75%
-25%
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" ...  This is a nice quality wake up light with a sturdy base so it doesn’t fall over easily.  ...  "
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" ...  Clocks built quality is good and it looks premium.  ...  "
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" ...  Build quality is good.  ...  "
Pedometer
 3
+33%
-67%
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" ...  I went through the steps to sync.  ...  "
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" ...  Have to repeatedly follow the steps and they don’t work.  ...  "
Marketplace
 3
+100%
comment
" ...  Works exactly as described, maybe even a little better.  ...  "
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" ...  Thank you for this product.  ...  "
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" ...  I took the pictures when it was dark, but it looks nice in daylight too.  ...  "
Call quality
 3
voice, sounds, short, none, clock
+67%
-33%
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" ...  It's nice to have the ability to manage the clock from my phone, as well as turn on and off functions with voice assistants.  ...  "
Network
 3
router, reset, 5 ghz wifi, 2, wifi signal
+33%
-67%
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" ...  Does not connect to WiFi.  ...  "
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" ...  It will not connect to wifi. ... Reset the router and everything.  ...  "
Size
 3
clock
+100%
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" ...  This light isn't too big and sits neatly on my nightstand!  ...  "
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" ...  It is really sleek with a small footprint.  ...  "
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" ...  Perfect little clock for the bedside table Small but large enough to be easily seen.  ...  "

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