rClock: An affordable, useful robot alarm clock

A project in Adelaide, AU by Bitzong
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Bitzong's rClock is the world's first robot alarm clock that can effectively wake the user without disturbing others around them.
Backers: 15
Average Pledge Per Backer: $280

Funded: $4,199 of $30,000
Dates: Oct 5th -> Nov 14th (41 days)
Project By: Bitzong
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Latest News

New article for rClock

October 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Roboterwelt (German website) kindly wrote an article about rClock in German! Wish our team had someone who can speak German.  link: http://www.roboterwelt.de/rclock-von-bitzong-nie-wieder-mit-dem-falschen-fuss-aufstehen/ Special Thanks to Britta for... (Read More)

Good News!!

October 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Our team have successfully established new partnership with T-shirt suppliers in China. Through this new agreement we can now get our T-shirts at a more affordable price and in higher volumes! To show our thanks to all our supporters, we will be... (Read More)

Ever set your alarm but end up waking slightly late? With Bitzong's rClock, you would never have this problem.

October 11th - via: kickstarter.com
rClock has three different alarm modes. By using the touch with sound mode, you will have a better chance in waking up than any other alarm clocks including your smart phones! The robot arm tapping provides the element needed to wake any heavy... (Read More)

Story Behind Bitzong and Why We Are Interested in Developing Sustainable Manufacturing

October 10th - via: kickstarter.com
                                                              Benny's Blog Making robots has always been my dream. Despite being in the 2st century many like me cannot find any affordable robots they want. This is why I... (Read More)

Previous Prototypes

October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
rClock Prototype 1 rClock Prototype 2 rClock’s prototype 1 was created 4 years ago in 2010. For the first 3 years it was used for testing the effectiveness of the new arm system. rClock was originally created by the inventor for himself, therefore... (Read More)

Suggestions to Improvements

October 7th - via: kickstarter.com
We received a suggestion about adding an alarm mode that is audible after N number of swings without being snoozed or stopped. We currently have three modes which two includes the use of the buzzer. Please leave us a comment or message to what you... (Read More)

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