GoKawiilJoe Maring / Android Authority
Google Clock might come preinstalled on several Android phones, but it’s not necessarily the best in its class. It’s not a particularly great alarm app, nor does it offer the range of timing features that more specialized apps do. It lurks somewhere in the middle, and its accessibility is the primary reason many use it.
However, with just a few minor tweaks and upgrades, Google Clock could easily grow into one of Google’s gems. Looking over the fence at the host of other timing and alarm apps available on the market, here are just a few features I’d love to see Google integrate into its longstanding Clock app.
Do you use Google Clock as your alarm app? 647 votes Yes, Google Clock is my go-to alarm clock app. 76 % No, I use another alarm clock app (elaborate in the comments). 17 % I use an actual alarm clock. 4 % I don't use alarms. 3 %
Alarm tasks and challenges
Andy Walker / Android Authority
When I reviewed a quintet of Google Clock alternatives a few months ago, one standout feature that absolutely must come to the app is alarm tasks and challenges.
After using the likes of Chrono and NFC Alarm Clock, I’ve grown used to solving various problems to disable the alarm rather than merely tapping a big stop button. The latter action can be accomplished by a half-sleep Andy pretty easily, whereas I need both brain hemispheres to complete a more complex conundrum.
So, what are these “challenges” exactly? Well, taking a page out of Alarmy, NFC Alarm Clock, or Chrono’s books, these tasks could be anything from completing a mathematics problem to a traditional CAPTCHA.
Challenges would force users to actively complete a task to disable their alarms.
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