Alarm Device with Distinct First-Time and Delay Rings
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mobile phone alarm systems only allow a single alarm ring, which is monotonous and lacks differentiation between the initial and delayed alarm rings, making it difficult for users to determine if they need to wake up immediately or after a delay.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a method and device that allow users to set separate first-time and delay alarm clock rings, which are saved and played distinctly, with a reminder to modify the rings if they are the same, enabling users to differentiate between the two and wake up on time.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a single alarm clock ring is used for both first-time and delayed alarms, then the alarm system is simple to operate, but the user experience becomes monotonous and the user cannot determine whether it is time to get up
Solution Approach 1:
The alarm ring is segmented into two distinct types: first-time alarm ring and delayed alarm ring. This segmentation allows the system to provide different auditory signals for different alarm scenarios, enabling users to understand whether they need to wake up immediately or can wait for the delayed alarm, thus resolving the monotony issue while maintaining operational simplicity through automatic selection.
Solution Approach 2:
The alarm system dynamically selects which ring to play based on the alarm state (first-time or delayed). The system automatically adapts the ring selection according to the current alarm situation, providing appropriate differentiation without requiring complex user configuration, thereby balancing ease of operation with adaptability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If separate first-time and delay alarm clock rings are implemented, then the user experience is improved with clear differentiation, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The alarm system performs self-service by automatically determining which ring to play based on the alarm state. The system autonomously selects the appropriate ring (first-time or delayed) without requiring user intervention or complex configuration, thereby providing enhanced differentiation while minimizing the perceived complexity for users.
Solution Approach 2:
The alarm system achieves multi-functionality by using a single alarm management mechanism that handles both first-time and delayed alarms with different rings. This universal approach allows the system to provide differentiated alarm experiences through a unified, simple user interface, avoiding the need for separate complex configuration systems.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the same alarm ring is played for delayed alarms, then the alarm system maintains consistency, but the user cannot determine whether it is time to wake up when in a doze state
Solution Approach 1:
The alarm system uses auditory differentiation analogous to color changes, where distinct alarm rings serve as auditory signals to convey different information states. The first-time alarm ring and delayed alarm ring act as different 'auditory colors' that provide immediate information to the user about the alarm timing status, preventing information loss even when the user is in a doze state.
Solution Approach 2:
The alarm system provides immediate feedback through distinct ring patterns that inform the user about the current alarm state. When the alarm rings, the specific pattern immediately feedbacks to the user whether this is the first alarm (wake up now) or a delayed alarm (can wait), preventing loss of critical timing information.
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AI summary
The present invention discloses an alarm method and device, and belongs to the electronic product field. The method includes: playing a first-time alarm clock ring when an alarm clock is triggered for a first time; and playing a delay alarm clock ring when the alarm clock is triggered again after a period of delay time. The device includes: a first play module and a second play module. According to the present invention, by playing the first-time alarm clock ring when the alarm clock is triggered for the first time, and playing the delay alarm clock ring when the alarm clock is triggered again, so when the alarm clock rings, even if a user is in a doze state, the user is still able to determine whether the current ring is the first-time ring or the delay ring according to the different rings of the alarm clock, and then knows whether it is time to get up, thereby ensuring that the user is able to get up at the right time, and improving the user experience.