4 Alarm Clocks Smart Enough to Actually Get You Out of Bed

These innovative digital alarm clocks offer novel ways to rise and shine. Electric shock, anyone?

1. Kello

Instead of screaming you out of bed, this toaster-sized alarm tunes your body clock with sleep-training modes designed to wake you earlier each day or help you recover from jet lag. It can also limit how many times a week you’re allowed to hit snooze and can help you nod off faster by relaxing you with guided breathing exercises. When out of the sack, use Kello to stream music from services like Spotify. $149, getkello.com

2. Pavlok

If you have an overcrowded nightstand, consider this wearable wristband. Programmed via its smartphone app, it beeps or vibrates to wake you—and then ruthlessly zaps you with an electric shock if you don’t rise in time. An advanced version can be set to shock you for other vices, like biting your nails, smoking or wasting time online. From $128, pavlok.com

3. Beddi

This showoff digital alarm clock works with your other smart-home devices to control lights, music, even your coffee maker with the push of a button. Beddi can be set to slowly dim your bulbs at night as you drift off, and simulate a sunrise to help you wake naturally. It can also connect to a variety of smartphone apps—and even call you (or a guest) an Uber in the morning. $99, wittidesign.com

4. Ruggie

This battery-powered rug ensures that you actually get out of bed. The Ruggie wakes you with blasts of sound between 90 and 120 decibels, comparable to the volume of a blender; to mute it, however, you must stand with your full weight on its soft fleece surface for a set time, up to 30 seconds. Once you’re up, it obligingly streams tunes from your smartphone to overcome your resentment and ingratiate itself with you again. $69, ruggie.co

 

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The Lighting in A Room Can Affect Your Emotions

According to a study from the Journal of Consumer Psychology, the lighting, and its intensity, in a room can affect a person’s emotions both positively or negatively. It falls along the same theories that people are more cheerful on sunny days and become sullen or crave caffeine when the weather outside is gloomy. While we can’t control nature and the sun’s patterns, we can modify the lighting in our homes to create a more positive environment.

In brighter lighting, people tend to have more intense emotions – for the positive or negative. The bright white lighting itself didn’t have an impact on the person’s attitude but their reactions were more intense and vibrant. It is predicted that bright light is often associated with heat so the bright lights might be triggering a person’s hot emotional system.

Soft warm lighting can remind someone of candles which is why it is recommended for creating a romantic atmosphere. To warm the room and relax the mood, try soft filtered light effects or stylish nostalgic light bulbs. Adding a sheer fabric over bright lights can also be helpful in softening the lighting when you don’t have the options of changing the bulbs.

Another option is colored lighting. Chromotherapy is an alternative medicine method using different colors of light. Light in the form of color can be used to balance the emotional, spiritual, and mental energy of humans. Orange has alleged functions of emotions and sexuality, Green functions love and responsibility, and Blue functions physical and spiritual communication energies. Several of WITTI’s products including the BEDDI Glow, the original BEDDI and the NOTTI all feature coloring changing LEDs which can be set to balance the mood that you’re in.

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Top 5 Tech Gifts for Valentine’s Day

Still looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for the lucky one? Here are 5 amazing little gifts that could use everyday and make her/him feel your love everyday.

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1. Mobile photo printer.

You likely take selfies with your loved one all the time but they become trapped in your camera’s gallery or deleted over time to make room in your memory. A mobile photo printer like the Polaroid Zip Mobile Photo Printer I small enough to fit in a handbag and is ready to print photos directly from your phone in an instant.

2. Cordless Shiatsu Neck & Back Massager.

Everyone loves receiving a massage but for when you’re apart, the cordless neck & back massager from Brookstone will be available to hit the spot to relax sore muscles and shoulders.

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3. CANDI Wireless Charging Station.

How about giving your sweet some candi that will give them a boost instead of cavities. The new CANDI wireless charging station is available in pastel pink, brilliant blue, or sleek black to wirelessly charge iPhone 8 / 8 Plus and iPhone X, Samsung S8, S8 Plus, S7, S7 Edge, S6 Edge+, Note 5 and any Qi-enabled smartphones and mobile devices.

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4. I-BLADES modular phone case.

For those who hate running out of juice or memory on their phones, the new i-BLADES modular phone case not only protects your loved one’s phone, it alerts them if the surrounding air quality is harmful, recharges the phone, and adds extra memory with the modular smartblades.

5. ZOS wine preserver.

Nobody enjoys a headache from drinking too much wine. With the ZOS wine preserver, wine lovers can preserve an open bottle of wine for two months so that they can enjoy one glass at a time. It’s also perfect when pairing multiple wines with a multi-course dinner on Valentine’s Day.

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Another Successful CES

January is much more than the start of a new year for us at WITTI. It marks the excitement and craziness of the annual International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas – more commonly known as CES. We had a fantastic show and received a phenomenal interest in our upcoming products. We have many new items in the works and wanted to share a preview with you.

Now available – the CANDI wireless charging station. We weren’t excited by the average wireless charging devices on the market because the device always lays flat and isn’t easily accessible or viewable while charging. So, we created the CANDI to be most colorful stand–up wireless charger you’ll find. It’s currently available in pink, teal and black and we would love to hear what colors you would like to see in the future.

Spring will be a busy time for WITTI as we plan to launch four new products.

The BEDDI Glow will be upgraded to the BEDDI Glow SE with easier to use labeled smart buttons, ability to set the alarm directly on the BEDDI Glow SE, battery back-up in case you lose power, and USB ports on the top for easy access.

The original BEDDI is also getting an upgrade with the BEDDI2. The BEDDI2 will include the same smart home integration, wake-up light, mood light, multiple USB charging ports, etc. The BEDDI2 also now features a clearer display, indoor temperature reading, ability to set the alarm directly on the unit, battery back-up, and a white noise generator.

The new HEXXI line will be a great way to charge your smart phone or smart watch. The hexagonal base allows multiple HEXXIs to fit together so that you can charge an Android or iPhone, an iPad and a smart watch in a sleek organized way without having to take off most cases.

The new DOZZI will be one of the most unique white noise generators you can find. The DOZZI features an actual fan that is adjustable to create the optimum white noise for your liking. Plus the DOZZI includes a nightlight and USB charging port.

We can’t wait to share these with you when we’re ready to ship. We wish everyone a fantastic 2018.

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Don’t Let the Holiday Spirit Hurt Your Sleep

It’s hard to sleep when you have “visions of sugar plums dancing in your head” but healthy sleep habits, while important year round, are especially important during the holiday season. You don’t want to become Scrooge dreading one-holiday gathering after another or suffer from an illness because your immune system is run down from not enough good, restful sleep.

It’s not always easy to stick to tried and true bedtime routines when you’re rushing from family gathering to family gathering and if you add in the fact that you might be traveling for the holidays and having to deal with jet lag. Here are a few issues that may arise during the holidays and ways you can cope:

Later than usual bedtimes: If you’re going to parties after dinner times, it’s likely you’ll be home later than your usual bedtime. Late nights can cause increased levels of cortisol and adrenaline making it difficult to fall asleep when you climb into bed. Even if you’re getting home later than usual, try to settle your down before you leave and spend a few extra minutes to relax your body before you hit the pillow.

Planes, trains, and automobiles: Many sleep problems that are caused by travel can be addressed if you plan before, during and after your trip for those sleep disturbances. If you’re traveling to a different time zone, start a few days before with adjusting your sleep schedule to the time zone to which you will be traveling. If you can sleep on a plane, sleeping during a red-eye flight can help you actually adjust faster when you arrive at your destination. Just make sure you push yourself the first day to adapt to the new time zone.

‘Tis the season… for stress and excitement: Holidays are so exciting to the parties, and travel and the anticipation of receiving gifts. Excitement is a form of stress that can lead to sleepless nights. You may want to alter the bedtime routine to include additional warm bath time and/or quiet reading and relaxation before turning out the lights.

So many good foods: It’s common to eat large, heavy meals during the holidays and that could lead to belly aches and sleepless nights. If possible, try to sample tiny bits of rich foods that you might not normally enjoy and indulge in more fruits and vegetables while limiting sugary drinks and desserts.

Irregular sleep schedules are the culprit when looking at holiday sleep times, but with planning and understanding you can all get through it and take time out for a good night’s sleep!

WITTI Design brings you BEDDI alarms – One of the best Spotify Alarm Clock available in the market which can be controlled via an App. It will wake you up at alarm set time peacefully and refresh your mood with sunrise simulated wake-up light.

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Diffusing Essential Oils To Aid Sleep

In America alone, an estimated 50 – 70 million people suffer from sleep disorders or sleep deprivation and unfortunately, when the tossing and turning has become too much, they often turn to pharmaceuticals first to help them get some rest. But, what if we told you that a simple blend of essential oils dispensed in a diffuser like the ROSSI can be more effective than a sleeping pill…plus it’s natural. In fact, diffusing essential oils can help reduce stress, clear airways, brighten a person’s spirit, and so much more.

Essential oils are transdermal (meaning they penetrate the skin) and work on the body’s physiology in a variety of ways. This means that you can affect your body’s biochemistry when applying them topically in a similar way as when taking them internally or inhaling them via diffusion. Research suggests that topical application may actually be one of the most effective methods for people with sleep disorders as the chemical components of lavender have been shown to enter the bloodstream within 5 minutes of massaging the oil on the skin. The calming and relaxing effects of lavender essential oil have a one-two punch when applied topically because of the direct benefit of the brain when the volatile organic compounds are inhaled and through the skin! However, within 90 minutes of massaging lavender onto the skin, most of the benefits have expired which is why diffusers have become so popular recently. With a diffuser like the ROSSI, you can receive the benefits of inhaling the essential oils for up to 6 hours helping you reach REM sleep.

So, what’s the best essential oil for sleep? Many experts lean immediately towards Lavender as it is the most studied and has been proven to have many soothing effects. Other experts will recommend Chamomile for similar relaxation properties. However, you might want to add something that can help clear the sinuses in case mild nighttime might be partly to blame.

Here are some suggested blends to help you sleep better and ease your feelings of stress.

Sleep Better Blend:

3 drops Lavender

3 drops Chamomile

2 drops peppermint or Melaleuca

Spa Blend:

3 drops Lavender

4 drops Lime

2 drops Peppermint

Stress Less Blend:

5 drops Cedarwood

3 drops Lavender

2 drops Frankincense

Pick Me Up Blend:

3 drops Lemon

3 drops Peppermint

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BLACK FRIDAY AROUND THE WORLD

Originally started as a United States-based event the day after Thanksgiving, Black Friday has quickly grown to become one of the largest shopping days around the world, both online and in-store. What many people may not realize is the immense impact this holiday has for retailers and consumers in the U.S. and abroad. The holiday sparked a trend in the retail industry that has led to the creation of even more similar holidays around the world, attracting and encouraging consumers to conduct their holiday shopping early in order to take advantage of sales and deals. Another factor following this trend covers a shift from online to mobile sales with 51% of customers shopping via their mobile devices rather than on their desktops.

Black Friday originated in 1924, with the term “black” being coined from old school bookkeepers using black ink to indicate a profit in their accounting records, as opposed to red ink to indicate a loss in profit. Retailers quickly realized they could capitalize on consumers’ eagerness to get their Christmas and holiday shopping done as early as possible, and the holiday has now expanded to more than just one single day, including Cyber Monday. However, some retailers now begin their holiday sales and promotions even before Thanksgiving Day and many major retailers in the U.S. open on Thanksgiving even so shoppers can get a head start after their turkey dinners.

While the retail holiday began in the U.S., consumers can find Black Friday-type holidays in several countries around the world, including Canada, Scandinavia, the UK, France, Germany, Spain, Australia, Brazil, Chile, China and Singapore. Below are some interesting facts and statistics about this holiday and how it has impacted other countries during the holiday shopping period.

• In Scandinavia awareness of Black Friday is on the rise – 78% of adult internet users in Denmark have heard of Black Friday, up from roughly half (52%) last year(Confederation of Danish Enterprise).
• For the UK, Amazon first introduced Black Friday in 2010. Before that, Boxing Day was by far the largest online shopping day in UK until 2014, when Black Friday rocketed. The concept quickly gained popularity among other retailers, who began running similar online discounts and Dixons Carphone with its primary brand Currys broke all previous sales records for Black Friday during that year. In the UK, the sale is now typically lasting 5 days, termed Black “Fiveday.”
• Brazil is also taking part in the booming Black Friday American event. Black Friday in Brazil is named by its English name, rather than translated into Portuguese, to reflect the fact that it was inspired by the United States, having grown significantly in the last five years.

• The Spanish speaking parts of South America do not run Black Friday, but have introduced huge Cyber Monday events since 2013. Mostly centered around large Chile based retailers like Cencosud, Fallabella and Walmart Chile, Cyber Mondays in South America take place on the 4 Mondays, one in each major country, in November starting at midnight between Sunday and Monday. The largest Cyber Monday events are happening in Chile and Argentina. The Spanish speaking part of South America has also introduced a winter sale in June called Cyber Day since 2015.

Among these countries, studies have been conducted to showcase that in general, consumers prefer to do their shopping on the American Black Friday or Cyber Monday. With that, there are still some countries that have created their own shopping holidays. China is one example with its creation of Singles’ Day -a pseudo-holiday that takes place in China on November 11 each year, with record-breaking sales that are making headlines. Singles’ Day originally began as an “anti-Valentine’s Day” event for people to celebrate their singledom, which is fitting for the date, as it is numerically depicted with all “1”s, but has since quickly become the world’s largest shopping holiday.

Year after year, Black Friday and similar shopping holidays have seen more and more of an upswing in sales and retail-based success across the globe. Given the novelty nature and strategic timing of these shopping events, we can expect to see more expansion and frequency with these types of holidays.

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Improve Your Concentration With Soothing White Noise Alarm Clock

With overwhelming technology and distractions, quality sleeping is becoming demanding in one’s life. Having a sound sleep, in fact, allows individuals to de-stress themselves physically and mentally as well as refresh their brain effectively. Soothing white noise alarm clock is particularly designed to relax the one’s mind with optimal sleeping environment. White noise managed to coverall kinds of disturbing and unwanted sound, allowing people to have a healthier sleep.

Snoring and snuffling of the person sleeping next to you always hinder you from having a good sleep. White noise alarm clock are perfect gadgets for such individuals, that improve their sleep and revitalize them the following day. Along with the relaxing environment, white noise has astonishing benefits over the health of the individual.

Have a look at the merits of white noise alarm clock

Allows one to have deeper meditation sessions
Reorganizes the sleeping pattern of individuals
Allows one to improve their work efficiency with better concentration
Allows one to manage their professional career effectively with the peace of their mind
Provides one with steady atmosphere to manage their daily tasks

With a fabulous sleep, it is never a challenge for people to wake up early with pleasuring sound. Equipped with wireless speaker, the alarm clock allows their users to listen to their favorite music simply by turning on Bluetooth for connection. Start your day perfectly by making your morning routine less hectic! Personalize your living place with the advanced technology can undoubtedly make your life easier.

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Back To School Around the World

While most kids in the Northen Hemisphere are enjoying their last few weeks of summer vacation before the new school year begins, most students in the Southern Hemisphere are currently in their mid-term. However, universities around the world tend to all follow the semester system which can start in August / September, January, March or June. But regardless of when the school year starts, every student knows how difficult it is to wake up refreshedin and ready in time for classes.

Here are a few tips to help students maintain a healthy sleep schedule:

1. Maintain a regular wake and sleep schedule, even on weekends.

Try to keep sleep schedules regular, not varying them by more than two hours. This may be difficult on weekends, with the temptation to sleep in, but try to stick with it. Large variations in sleep schedules can have the same effects as getting less than normal amounts of sleep.

2. Come up with a regular, relaxing bedtime routine. Examples include taking a hot bath, reading a book or listening to relaxing music.

Your bedtime relaxing routine will help you to separate your sleep time from your daily activities that may cause you excitement, stress and anxiety. Be sure to do these relaxing things away from bright light, and don’t do stimulating activities like homework right before bed. This can be difficult for students to do, but try to have some down-time between studying and going to bed.

3. Create a sleep-friendly environment.

A sleep-friendly environment is one that is dark, cool, quiet, comfortable and interruption-free. Consider using eye-masks and/or ear plugs; “white noise” machines, fans or humidifiers to cover other noises, a dark environment or blue colored lighting which promotes relaxation.

4. Don’t eat within two or three hours of your planned bedtime.

Eating too much before bed can make you feel uncomfortable as you are settling down. Try to avoid heavy meals right before bed and be cautious of spicy foods, as they can cause heartburn, which may prevent you from sleeping.

5. Exercise regularly, but be sure to complete your workout at least a few hours before bedtime.

In general, regular exercise makes it easier to fall asleep and can improve sleep quality. Be sure not to exercise just before bedtime, as this can actually make it harder to sleep. Try to finish your workout at least three hours before you go to bed.

6. Avoid caffeine before bedtime.

Caffeine is a stimulant. This means it causes your body to be more alert. Caffeine (found in coffee, tea, soda and chocolate) can stay in the body for an average of three to five hours. Even if you don’t think caffeine affects you, it is likely to hinder your sleep quality. Avoiding caffeine within six to eight hours before bed can improve sleep quality.

7. Limit afternoon naps to one hour or less.

An early afternoon nap may help you get through your day. It is OK to take a short nap after lunch, but don’t nap longer than an hour, and never later than 2:00 or 3:00

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