Gizmodo: wall clock

Wall Clock Keeps Mississippi Time: That's Accuracy You Can Trust

Sean Fallon — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:40:00 EDT

As you know from childhood, Mississippi time is the most accurate way to distinguish the passing of a second. Therefore, it is safe to assume that this clock is the greatest timepiece ever constructed by man.

Amazingly enough, this marvel of modern engineering can be had for only $100 on Amazon. [Amazon via The Awesomer via Craziest Gadgets]

3D Darth Vader Wall Clock Springs into Action When the Lights Go Out

Sean Fallon — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 15:40:00 EDT

Just when you think that every possible opportunity for Star Wars merchandising has been explored, the folks at England's Wesco Limited come up with this 3D Vader helmet clock. Sure, clocks have been done before, but this particular version features glowing red eyes and a breathing sound effect that kicks in when the lights go out. It's kind of like having a perverted demon lurking around in the darkness while you sleep. Now, that is $35 well spent! [Star Wars Shop via GeekAlerts]

Two Timer Clock Does Dual Time Zones, Handy for Away-From-Home Bloggers

AddyDugdale — Thu, 01 May 2008 06:10:00 EDT

This name of this product is something to be cherished—way to go Industrial Facility, the guys behind this wall clock. A second dial gives the Two Timer a melted effect, and if I had one of these, maybe I wouldn't cock up my time stamps on Giz so much. Coming in two sizes and three colors—black, white and red, the Two Timer is available from up-and-coming furniture makers Established & Sons. [Dezeen]

"Vice Versa" Digital Clock Only Needs Its Hands To Serve You

Sean Fallon — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 19:40:08 EDT

A lot of designers have taken a minimalist approach when it comes to wall clocks these days, and China's Yiran Qian certainly fits into that category with his "Vice Versa" clock. However, being gadget geeks, we do appreciate the inclusion of a digital interface on the hands. It's a truly unique way to blend the aesthetics of an analog clock with the functionality of a digital. It's only a concept at this point, but I wouldn't mind glancing at this clock in the morning when I'm running late. [Designboom]

The Wall Clock

Jason Chen — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 18:50:46 EDT

Now you can smirk smugly as you tell your houseguests that you've got a "wall clock". See, it's a clock that only has a center piece for the mechanism and the hands, plus twelve dots you stick onto your wall.

Sure, it's kinda cool, but if you ever want to move the clock a foot over to the right it's a gigantic hassle and will take chunks off your wall. – Jason Chen

Product Page [Amazon via Nerd Approved]

One Hour Circle Clock not for the Houseproud

Addy Dugdale — Wed, 02 May 2007 06:37:56 EDT

This is a bit like watching paint dry. The Everlast Circle Clock is a one-handed time-telling device that draws circles on your wall. Which to me sounds like all the hassle of having a ~~destructive~~ creative toddler at home with none of the benefits (dirty nappies, repeating rude words they heard from you in front of Granny and Pa, discovering that spoons make very effective catapults, especially when teamed with carrot purée).

Stick a pencil in the arm, stick the clock on the wall—or against a piece of paper if you live in a minimalist's loft—and watch it draw a circle. I'll leave you with the guff from the website. "Are you the sort of person who projects to those around you an affinity for temporal illustrations?" Er, I think the answer is 42. The Everlast Circle Clock is $21&madash;plus the cost of an quarterly paint job for the wall. – Ad Dugdale

Product Page [Everlab via Oh!Gizmo]

Analog Binary Wall Clock

Jason Chen — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 17:00:09 EST

Had your fill of binary clocks? Check out this analog binary wall clock, which combines traditional clock technology with the computer science nerditry that ensured you never got laid in high school. The clock looks like an actual clock, but instead of numbers or even roman numerals, you get the binary representation of 1 through 12 instead.

This costs $40, so you may be better off going to a garage sale, buying a clock for $2, and making your own binary clock out of some construction paper. Better yet, make one that just says "BEER" twelve times. Heh, beer o'clock. – Jason Chen

Product Page [Computer Gear via Sci Fi Blog]