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Sony ICFC 1 Alarm Clock Radio LED Black

Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)

5.9

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Product Reliability

142

clock, died, sony, lasted, buttons

+14%

-86%

" ... Just stopped working in less than 2 years. ... "

" ... I initially ordered three of these radios and within a few weeks, two of them stopped working. ... "

" ... The item stopped working after about 13 months, Sony's customer service admitted that it's defective but they originally proposed a discount on a new item because the warranty is already expired (of course, when you buy a Sony alarm clock for $60 while the other clocks are cheaper you expect it will last only 12 months). ... "

" ... But after 6 months, it began having problems. ... We sent it back to Sony, and after 2 months, they sent us a refurbished clock. ... After 3 months, THIS clock began doing the EXACT same thing. ... "

" ... As previous reviewers have indicated, this item died shortly after I bought it (on the order of months). ... "

" ... Shortly after owning it for approximately 14 months, for no apparent reason, it has become effectively useless. ... "

" ... First one was DOA, second lasted 17 months. ... "

" ... Stopped working after 1 week. ... "

Clock

122

clock, radio, alarms, projection, snooze

+60%

-40%

" ... Just what I needed—bedside clock with a few extras. ... Now I can simply look at this (dimmable) clock that also has the option of projecting the time wherever I like. ... "

" ... It's a shame because this is a really nice looking clock radio. ... "

" ... I really like the ICFC1PJ Alarm Clock Radio. ... "

" ... I love the multiple alarms that you can set up. ... And it was a breeze to set up the clock initially. ... Love this little clock. ... "

" ... The alarm sounds are great but I use the radio alarm set on an annoying station to wake me up . ... "

" ... If your looking for small and affordable clock. ... "

" ... Similar to the experience of other reviewers, I loved this alarm clock when it worked. ... "

" ... I like the weekday and weekend alarms, easy to set. ... This alarm clock has it all! ... "

Controls

alarm, none, clock, radio, responding

+17%

-83%

" ... There is a serious defect in this clock radio, in which all the buttons will stop working at some point. ... "

" ... The same issues many have complained about where the buttons stopped working and/or the music/sounds would randomly turn on by themselves. ... The third radio lasted longer but is now beginning to exhibit the same symptoms where the buttons are not responding and turning on by itself. ... "

" ... my one negative comment is that alarm OFF button is one of the square buttons on top. ... the front bar is SNOOZE . ... the OFF is first button along LEFT edge going from front to back. ... "

" ... It is no longer possible to set the alarm to play music. ... "

" ... But after 1.5 years or so (yes, past warranty), all buttons simply stopped working (even the projection button). ... "

" ... So we changed the battery and now it just blinks 12:00 and none of the buttons work. ... "

" ... Commonly used buttons are on the top with touch distinction. ... For example the radio "on" button slightly protrudes. ... The radio "off" button is flush. ... The projection button is easily found on the side just adjacent to the projection wheel. ... All buttons usable by touch in the dark. ... "

" ... Like some other reviewers my clock lasted about 22 months then all the controls froze. ... "

Sound Quality

radio, alarm, sounds, wake, clock

+70%

-30%

" ... but if you also want time projection and gray noise selections and will read the User Guide, this is a good choice - maybe the only choice with all those features. ... "

" ... I like ability of tying alarm to one of four canned noise machine sounds. ... "

" ... LOVE THE WAY THE RADIO COMES UP GRADUALLY TO THE SOUND VOLUMN THAT I HAVE PRESET. ... "

" ... The nature sounds are nice to wake up to . ... "

" ... and option of nature sound wake-up sounds is just awesome for the alarm clock portion! ... "

" ... The sound quality is average. ... Even with power loss the backup battery will sound a buzzer alarm at the proper alarm time setting. ... "

" ... This is a terrific clock radio -- among its pluses -- I can go to sleep with the sounds of rainwater or other sounds, and wake up to music of my favorite radio station. ... "

" ... -Easy to program & use -Nice small size -Nice clear easy to read ceiling projection -Good sound. ... "

Display Clarity

projection, ceiling, clock, bright, projection feature

+80%

-20%

" ... I've tried multiple other LCD clocks with RED, BLUE, and GREEN display and I much prefer the white display of this product. ... I think the display project is basically a gimmick. ... it would be nice to have display (and projection) auto-adjust based on ambient light. ... "

" ... I keep the display completely darkened at night to avoid the light and distraction. ... "

" ... The display dims nicely to a fairly low setting for night (or you can turn it off! ... ), the projection feature is just perfect, placing the time in big letters on my ceiling without lighting up the room even slightly, and the low volume option (I'm a light sleeper!) ... "

" ... Excellent clock and the projection very useful. ... "

" ... The display is great ... "

" ... amber light is easy on the eyes. ... "

" ... The laser display was surprisingly useful. ... "

" ... I can't see the numbers since thw screen is mirror like and everytime you like to see the time reflection you have to keep turn it on ... "

Ease of Use

easy to set, clock, user friendly, operate, complicated

+82%

-18%

" ... I suggest folding the instructions and storing them under the radio. ... "

" ... QUALITY MADE,, EASY TO PROGRAM FOR EVERYTHING. ... "

" ... I've seen a few complaints about the buttons from Amazon reviewers, but I find them easy to use and intuitive. ... "

" ... I really like this clock overall, but it isn't as user-friendly as it should be. ... "

" ... It is hard to find fumbling around in the dark. ... "

" ... Easy to use ... "

" ... It requires the instructions to set it up initially, but after that is very easy to set. ... "

clock, reception, stations, fm, sounds

+71%

-29%

" ... It's a shame because this is a really nice looking clock radio. ... I've had better clock radios that cost a fraction of this radio. ... "

" ... There are antennas for both AM and FM and this clock radio has amazing station reception. ... "

" ... Great nightstand radio. ... "

" ... NIce little radio. ... "

" ... I also like that you can program digitally your favorite radio stations so you are not fumbling around tuning with a dial trying to deal with fading signals between various radio stations. ... "

" ... So far, this radio is really nice. ... "

" ... This is a nice clock radio. ... The radio is good - there is no static and it stays set to the station it is tuned to. ... "

Battery Life

unplugged, unplugging, replaced the battery, replaced, removed the battery

+7%

-93%

" ... We would have to unplug it and remove the battery Every Single Day. ... "

" ... Arrived with the back-up battery dead. ... "

" ... We've had this clock for 7 months - we saw a symbol that it was running low on battery - seemingly it REQUIRES the back-up 2032 battery or the whole thing stops working. ... "

" ... The clock arrived with a dead battery. ... "

" ... Of course, you need a screwdriver just to open the backup battery compartment. ... "

" ... I had to replace the battery after 5 months now 5 months later and the clock is dead. ... "

" ... It is not easy to look for the screwdriver in the middle of the night to open the battery compartment. ... "

" ... On the bright side the battery will still sound the alarm even when its unplugged. ... "

Design

look, sleek, design flaw, design, cube

+68%

-32%

" ... it has a very clean look ... "

" ... -Love the looks! ... "

" ... Very sleek looking unit. ... "

" ... Most aesthetically appealing clocks I have seen recently. ... "

" ... It has a classy looking, unlike some of the older models years ago. ... "

" ... I love the projected time on the ceiling, no need to have an alarm (I use my phone), and the sleek modern look of the cube. ... "

" ... Except the tails, the design is perfect. ... "

" ... I love that it has a minimal footprint on my nightstand and the amber colored lighted numbers is perfect. ... "

Marketplace

sony, piece of junk, time, look, expected

+57%

-43%

" ... thanks for making it available to me. ... "

" ... They really trust their products) and i should pay for the shipping. ... "

" ... The time can also be displayed via a lasered image that shows on my ceiling but I only use that feature when I have to go somewhere important cause when I have something to do in the morning I sleep very lightly and often cat nap and look at the time on the ceiling every now and then . ... "

" ... Note the pic -- they all look the same. ... "

" ... Exactly as expected ... "

" ... I will buy again. ... "

" ... Again, no big deal though. ... "

Sleep Tracking

sounds, nature sounds, clock, go to sleep, sleeping

+82%

-18%

" ... I also like the nature sounds waking up and going to sleep. ... "

" ... The sounds are great, my favorite sound is brook, then the ocean helps me sleep better. ... "

" ... This is a terrific clock radio -- among its pluses -- I can go to sleep with the sounds of rainwater or other sounds, and wake up to music of my favorite radio station. ... "

" ... Love the nature sounds for sleeping. ... "

" ... Projecting the time on the ceiling is easy and allows me to turn off the clock face and keep the room dark for better sleep. ... "

Returns

sony, returned, replacement, refund, late

+9%

-91%

" ... am returning, it did not work ... "

" ... Didn't have time to test it within the return window. ... "

" ... After several tries and new "try this and that" "TNT", I gave up and returned the unit. ... "

" ... I will return ... "

" ... works, i just received the wrong model. ... "

" ... When it died I had to buy a replacement. ... "

" ... I didn't bother trying to return or replace. ... "

Price

waste your money, save your money, paid, 60, worth the price

+25%

-75%

" ... Don't waste your money. ... "

" ... Save your money and look elsewhere. ... "

" ... Don't waste your money on this relatively expensive model! ... "

" ... Do yourself a favor and don't buy. ... "

" ... Replaced the battery and found it was just another waste of money. ... "

" ... Waste of money. ... "

" ... Can't return it at this point, so a total waste of money. ... "

" ... This damn thing was $60.00. ... "

Features

projection, projection feature, clock, alarm, dim

+85%

-15%

" ... it would be nice to have display (and projection) auto-adjust based on ambient light. ... "

" ... Compact, loaded with features. ... "

" ... It has many nice features, particularly the ability to dim or shut off the display entirely if you prefer a dark room while sleeping. ... "

" ... It has a button you press to show daylight savings time or your regular time. ... "

" ... It's a great clock when it is working and has a lot of good features. ... "

" ... Good feature rich alarm but too bright even on the lowest setting. ... "

" ... - ability to display the time on the ceiling in a red light. ... Features we don't use ... "

Setup

instructions, easy to set, directions, read, operate

+59%

-41%

" ... I set it up in 10 minutes. ... "

" ... It requires the instructions to set it up initially, but after that is very easy to set. ... "

" ... If you read the instructions it is fairly easy to operate. ... "

" ... Follow this procedure to troubleshoot the clock radio. ... "

" ... Easy to setup. ... "

" ... Simple to operate and set up. ... "

" ... Not as easy to set as early models. ... The older models had simple set controls. ... "

Charging

usb port, smart, port to charge, port, charging port

+76%

-24%

" ... Love the charger port on the side, saves another plug-in from being used to charge my phone at night. ... "

" ... the clock has a smart phone charging port! ... "

" ... USB port for charging devices at bedside is helpful. ... "

" ... Very good value for money with all the functions it has, especially the usb charger for my phone. ... "

" ... Worked adequately thought i thought the projector and usb charger were gimmicky. ... "

" ... This does it all-projects the time on the wall so you can see it without your glasses on, plays music & soothing sounds, & charges your devices. ... "

" ... I really like the nature sounds and USB port to charge my cell phone. ... "

" ... I didn't think I'd use the charging port but I use it every day for my phone as it's so convenient. ... "

Capacity

bedroom, room, projection, family, ceiling

+87%

-13%

" ... This is now my primary means of displaying time in the bedroom. ... "

" ... This is the second one that I have acquired for the house. ... I particularly like the projection of time on the bedroom ceiling ... "

" ... there is feature to disable and it's been off for most of it's life in our house. ... "

" ... Very good for the bedroom ... "

" ... I purchased three (one per family member). ... "

" ... Bought two of these for my home. ... "

" ... Meanwhile, it woke up my entire family. ... "

" ... Definitely would purchase again or for other rooms in the house. ... "

Volume

loud, volume, alarm, radio, nature sounds

+38%

-62%

" ... On low volumes it sounds flat and muted, on middle/soft volume it is buzzy and muddled. ... I did the next best thing, bought a small table top 1 speaker radio, with clock and alarm. ... "

" ... Loud.little bass ie' will wake you up. ... "

" ... Speaker blew the first time I needed the alarm to work, now it's too faint to wake me up & useless other than as a clock. ... "

" ... It's always sat on the bedside table. ... "

" ... Gets progressively louder as you ignore it. ... "

" ... This alarm clock has a noticeable, very loud and high pitched ringing to when the radio is on or off. ... "

" ... Unplugged it and then it made a loud buzzing noise that wouldn't stop. ... "

Delivery

one i received, item arrived, delivery, box, received

+33%

-67%

" ... Item arrived and didn’t work. ... "

" ... Didn't work out of the box. ... "

" ... The first one we got was DOA. ... "

" ... First one I received was dead on arrival. ... "

" ... I was 9 days too late. ... "

" ... Out of 5 of these ordered, only three worked when received. ... "

" ... First one was broken out of the box. ... "

Size

compact, small, stylish, space, room

+100%

" ... Great size for travel, small spaces on desk or nightstand ... "

" ... Compact, loaded with features. ... "

" ... It's stylish, great size and features, compact, etc. ... "

" ... needed it for small space . ... "

" ... Good compact size, and easy to use. ... "

" ... Small but does what I was looking for. ... "

" ... Simple to use and just the right size. ... "

" ... It is nice and compact, doesn't take up a lot of room on my side table. ... "

Build Quality

expensive, buying something, ones, like, dropped

-100%

" ... Not the case here. ... "

" ... The upshot to it breaking . ... "

" ... Broke in a week ... "

" ... It's as if some electronic connection came apart. ... "

" ... However, these are terribly made. ... "

" ... Never been dropped. ... "

" ... Poorly designed product. ... "

" ... Cant stand the constant ringing. ... "

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