AlwaysOn: Standby Clock

AlwaysOn: Standby Clock

Nightstand & Ambient Display

11 ratings
3 reviews
Free

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Released
July 24, 2026
Updated
October 10, 2026

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Transform a plugged-in iPhone into a convenient desk display. View the time, date, calendar, and weather at a glance. Features a sleep mode for nighttime use and custom display hours.

✓Large digital clock display
✓Current date and calendar
✓Upcoming calendar events
✓Local weather forecast
✓Customizable display hours
✓Low-brightness sleep mode
✓Burn-in protection
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What's New in AlwaysOn

1.15

October 10, 2026

New in 1.15 • Horizon — a cinematic globe rising from the bottom of the screen. A warm glow follows the real sun by day, and the Moon appears at night. • Catnap — a cat asleep in its bed that breathes, flicks its ears, and swishes its tail, with drifting dust and softer light at night. • Digital clock styles — choose from eight looks, including Glow, Elegant, and the big, iPhone-style Tall and Tall Thin. • Any size — the Digital clock now fits any widget size, with an optional date. • Español — the app is now available in Spanish. Also improved: • A new Digital clock settings sheet with a live preview of your widget. • Glow clocks are now part of Digital and keep their look. • A brighter Earth with a soft atmosphere glow, and larger Earth and Moon globes. • Sleeping Pup now sits center stage, like Catnap. • 12-hour AM/PM and seconds now stay right next to the time in every clock. • Dates follow your language's own format. • Better VoiceOver support for the Digital clock. Includes fixes for background transitions, clock sizing, and iPad layouts.

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User reviews

12 hr clock option in landscape?

I can’t find the settings to make a 12- hour clock. for landscape mode.

Response from developer

Thanks for reaching out. You’re right — the landscape clock styles currently use the 24-hour format, and there isn’t a setting to switch them to 12-hour time yet. Thanks for pointing this out. I’ll add 12-hour clock support as an improvement for a future update.

Weather

The weather only shows la

Response from developer

Thanks for reporting this. The Weather widget can show your current location. Select the Weather widget, then tap the gear icon to open its settings and choose Current Location. Make sure Location access is enabled for AlwaysOn.

Great App!!

It is a great and intuitive app to use. I use it a lot with a shortcut to open it when charging. My only complaint with the app is that you can not manually change the color. As it is, the color rotates every so often and can be extremely annoying. I do really wish that you could set the color permanently. Everything else about the app is wonderful, especially without any in app purchases.
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Response from developer

Thank you for the kind words and thoughtful feedback! We’re glad you’re enjoying AlwaysOn and using it with Shortcuts while charging. Good news: version 1.8 adds foreground color customization, including per-background color choices, so you can keep a color you like instead of having it rotate automatically. We’ll also continue tuning the color transitions in future updates to make them feel smoother and less distracting. Thanks again for helping us improve the app.

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FAQ

What devices does AlwaysOn Desk Clock support?

AlwaysOn Desk Clock is designed for plugged-in iPhones, including older models like the iPhone X. It is currently supported on iPhone devices.

Does AlwaysOn Desk Clock have ads?

No, AlwaysOn Desk Clock is ad-free. You can enjoy the full functionality without any advertisements interrupting your display.

How does the sleep mode in AlwaysOn Desk Clock work?

The sleep mode allows the app to dim itself during your designated sleep hours, providing a calm display for your nightstand. You can tap the screen to wake it during these hours.

Can I customize the display hours for AlwaysOn Desk Clock?

Yes, AlwaysOn Desk Clock allows for custom display hours. This feature lets you control when the app is active and visible, ensuring it fits your schedule.

What information is shown on the AlwaysOn Desk Clock display?

The display shows the time in a large, readable format, the current date, a monthly calendar, upcoming calendar events, and local weather with a near-term forecast.

Is AlwaysOn Desk Clock free to use?

Yes, AlwaysOn Desk Clock is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its features.

How often is AlwaysOn Desk Clock updated?

The latest version of AlwaysOn Desk Clock is 1.3.0, which was last updated on August 17, 2026. This indicates a recent update and ongoing development.

What is the age rating for AlwaysOn Desk Clock?

AlwaysOn Desk Clock has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests it contains no mature content.