Voice Controlled Alarm (VCA) by Cyandesign
Reviewer: Bryan Simonson / Director SemiQuasi
“Cyandesign, managed to bring an alarm clock to the table that makes sense.” I seldom need to use the alarm clock on the iPhone only during travel. This is the missing alarm clock that Apple never had. The voice activated features is the missing link between ordinary and extraordinary. Not only can the alarm be deactivated by sound you can also view the clock by any small sound depending on the sensitivity of the microphone settings. The option to turn off voice unlock is however nice as it gives an option to conserve battery. However, if the decision is to maintain voice lock on, I would recommend using this application with the base stand. It does require a slightly larger load on the battery; due to the microphone constantly sampling for noise.
Official Website: Cyanmedia
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It has different clocks for darker situations, “not as bright facings.”
The alarmed dial phone number option is great, for a reminder of calling someone back.
Improvements I would like:
- Voice time announcements: I could just clap or say time and it will read the time.
- Optional digital display readout.
- Loudness would like to see optional ring-tone access.




I’ve purchased this app, it’s a great clock for the iphone, I especially love activating it at night to see what the time is, maybe a talking clock next, or am I just being lazy!!