Traditional clocks show you the current time, but lack the visual representation of your day passing by. The linear clock shows time in its context.
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4 While each block represents a step of 30 minutes, it lights up gradually over time. In this way you can read the time to a few minutes accuracy.
Visualize your daily planning by setting fully customizable colored blocks for different activities throughout your day.
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4 It's 19:30, but you decide how to display it. Choose between fixed color (1), color gradient (2), monochrome (3) or calm (4) time display modes.
The clock is powered from a simple USB-C port that you can plug in anywhere. It has three buttons on the back to easily set the time or change any other settings.
Thanks to RGB LEDs you can set the clock to any color you like, with time filling up throughout the day. Block by block.
The electronics for the linear clock are developed from the ground up. The highest quality components are used to ensure the clock does not lose track of time.
In sunrise/sunset mode, the clock shows day and night at your own location. See in a single glance how much daylight you have left.
Easily add a marker in the top bar, and see how much time is left until your 14:00 meeting. For a stronger visual cue, you can even start a countdown timer.
August 30, 2026
The linear clock can be configured to show the time in different ways, so everybody can find something to their taste. This post shows the options.
March 21, 2026
Most clocks only show you the current point in time, but not how it relates to the rest of your day. The linear clock is different, and this post explains how it works.
March 6, 2026
For people with time blindness, traditional clocks can be difficult to interpret. A linear representation of time offers a more intuitive way to visualize the passing day.
February 18, 2026
Every product has a story. Learn how a personal passion project inspired the journey behind creating the linear clock, from initial concept to finished design.
Hi, my name is Johannes, the face behind daylight machines. As an engineer with a passion for design, my goal is to create a brand of physical products that show information in new and meaningful ways. Every single device is designed, crafted, and assembled by my own hands. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. I read and respond to every message.
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