# CandyClock - A Video Clock > Ambient video alarm clock with customizable time display and backgrounds. (iPhone/iPad app by Brian Semiglia.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candyclock-a-video-clock/id308354439 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Brian Semiglia](https://appshunter.io/developer/308354442) - Category: Lifestyle, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 4.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 45 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 83 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2009-05-07 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candyclock-a-video-clock/id308354439/reviews.md ## What is CandyClock? CandyClock is a simple alarm clock app that displays the time with eye-pleasing, tranquil, ambient video backgrounds. It comes with 10 different never-ending videos of various hypnotic happenings. It also makes for a great addition to your night stand or desk top. Thanks to everyone who has shared their thoughts about CandyClock. I appreciate the feedback and will do my best to please. BACKGROUNDS: • Aqua Dye • Neon Jelly Fish • Moon Clouds • Fish Tank Life • Park Bridge Life • Street/Library Life • Beach Waves • Snow Bricks • Dryer Reds • Sunset Branches FEATURES: • Swipe-to-position the time position on its background • Portrait/Landscape for all videos • Ability to play music while open (once upon a time this was not possible) • 12/24 Hour Mode • Show/Hide Date • Light-dimming for bedside time-telling ## Key features - Ambient video backgrounds - Swipe-to-position time - Portrait/Landscape support - Play music while open - 12/24 Hour Mode - Light-dimming feature ## Recent user reviews (10 of 45) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candyclock-a-video-clock/id308354439/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Great Little App *2021-02-02, version 2.1.1* This is a great little app. Would love to see it have the ability to change background videos as the day progresses. So early morning through late evening videos of nature possibly. ### 3/5 — Black screen on iPhone *2019-11-18, version 2.0.1* I love this app and have it on a couple devices. Only reason review isn’t 5 stars is that on the newest iPhone 11 - the clock displays but only against a solid black background. Tried deleting reinstalling - same result. If a big fix comes out, I’ll be really happy ### 5/5 — Good *2019-05-12, version 2.0.1* Needs many more colors ### 5/5 — Perfect! *2018-06-13, version 2.0.1* This app is perfect! I love the simplicity of it! I wish more apps were like this. It’s clean and easy. Pick your background and you’re ready to go. I look forward to seeing some more backgrounds in the future. I have just what I need right now though. Thank you ### 4/5 — Update *2011-03-08, version 1.3* I want moreeeee!!! Lovely, and very Unique! Please add more backgrounds. Thank you :) ### 1/5 — Don't get this app. *2011-03-02, version 1.3* Luckily I got this for free, but it only has about 6 different themes! And it even says when you open it up that it uses a lot of energy, so plug it in a power source. What is an alarm if it's dead? ### 4/5 — Pretty *2011-03-02, version 1.3* It does as promised. Until there are more options for video backdrops I probably won't use this app much, but aside from the very limited choices for backgrounds this seems like a good app. ### 3/5 — Good start, needs update and improvements! *2011-02-21, version 1.3* 2011 - update? Fixes? New themes? It's been what almost 2 years now? Update!?!? It's been almost a year and counting... I wrote the below review some time ago Tired of developers who only make promises Where's the update, improvements and features we would like? 03-06-10 -------------------------------------------- Candy clock is the closest I've come to finding that perfect "night time ambient chill clock" app I've been searching for. I wanted a clock app that had different night /chill/nature/space/etc video backgrounds, so I could put my iPod touch in the dock, charge it at night and see the time. Also to be able to leave it on during the night and wake to an alarm. In essence, i want a clock radio with say a star "hyperspace" video, or an ocean waves loop, etc. behind the clock. A couple of the videos are really good, like the jelly fish one, the others I don't use at all. (like the dryers one, and the ocean one, which is very bland, not an interesting framing, or color) The clock itself is perfect, nice and big, simple, the white shows up well against dark backgrounds. Some of the loop points can definitely be improved, as they are way too obvious. Like in the fish video and library. To the developer Brian - please spend some time on that, cut in the least obvious place and maybe try a quicker disolve. There is a way to edit a video so it loops seemlessly. This should be the MAIN goal for anyone making this kind of app. You do NOT want to see where it loops. The last update was July 30 2009?? It's about time to update and improve this app. Please add the promised new videos Videos I would like to see in the update: -A better ocean loop with an orange sky & setting sun -A blue night ocean with foam & sand -Flying through space, stars.( I realize that this would have to be an animation and may be beyond your scope, but for me this is the number one video I would want) -Flying through a colorful galaxy, stars, planets -Blue sky and clouds floating above on a summer day -Rain on green leaves -How about another jelly fish one, keeping it real, like at the Monterey bay aquarium - blue background with orange jellyfish These all should be on the dark side as they will run during the night, and the white clock needs to be clearly seen. Features I would like to see: Extremely important, and to make this clock competitive amongst the competition, we need an alarm that allows you to use music from your iPod. I think this Is key. The existing alarm is terrible. Let us use our own music as an alarm! I realize that it's not possible (currently) to have iPod music playing while the videos are, but when this changes I suggest the developer jump on it and incoporate One last thing: i think there should be a corner or double tap feature so you can access the menu to change the video or whatever. I can't shake my iPod when it's docked and charging. Please add that, it's vital. All in all this is a great app worth the .99 cents. Just a bit more work and it can be truly great. I think if the developer took the app "Relax Worlds" and added a clock on top, it would be a goldmine! This would be exactly what I want, and I'm sure for others out there too. ### 4/5 — Really *2010-10-27, version 0* REALLY COOL APP NO OTHER LIKE IT I've been searching everyyywhere in the app store for something like this but cooler and there's nothing! Some people are getting really picky with this, whining about loop points.. seriously. itd be super cool if there were more video options, since I think a few of them are weird. PEOPLE= DOWNLOAD! DEVELOPER= ADD MORE STUFF! (please) ### 4/5 — Perfect other than music *2010-09-10, version 0* I want to be able to play my music with this. Otherwise, awesome :) ## Frequently asked questions about CandyClock ### What does CandyClock do? CandyClock is an alarm clock application that displays the current time against a backdrop of tranquil, ambient video scenes. It aims to provide a visually pleasing and calming way to check the time, making it suitable for bedside or desk use. ### What are the key features of CandyClock? Key features include a selection of 10 unique, never-ending video backgrounds, the ability to swipe and position the time on the screen, support for both portrait and landscape orientations, the option to play music while the app is open, 12/24 hour mode, date display toggle, and a light-dimming function for nighttime use. ### Is CandyClock free to use? Yes, CandyClock is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description, indicating it is entirely free for users. ### What kind of video backgrounds are available? The app offers a variety of 10 different ambient video backgrounds. These include themes like Aqua Dye, Neon Jelly Fish, Moon Clouds, Fish Tank Life, Park Bridge Life, Street/Library Life, Beach Waves, Snow Bricks, Dryer Reds, and Sunset Branches. ### Can I customize the time display? Yes, you can customize the time display in several ways. You can swipe to position the time anywhere on its background. Additionally, you can choose between 12/24 hour modes and decide whether to show or hide the date. The light-dimming feature also allows for adjustment for bedside use. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 2.1.1 — 2020-04-26 Fixes launch issue. ## Apps similar to CandyClock | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Music Alarm Clock: Radio App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-alarm-clock-radio-app/id1450948569) | 4.3 (1,565) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Day & Night Soul Stand Clock](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/day-and-night-soul-stand-clock/id1552608739) | 3.0 (1) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Clock+ :Digital Clock & Alarm](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clock-plus-digital-clock-and-alarm/id1570631401) | 4.6 (701) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Heal Clock](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heal-clock/id1599856748) | 5.0 (3) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Fish Pictures – Fish Wallpapers & Backgrounds](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fish-pictures-fish-wallpapers-and-backgrounds/id409679146) | 4.2 (37) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Nixie Clocks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nixie-clocks/id1340858489) | 4.8 (94) | Free | Lifestyle | ## More apps by Brian Semiglia - [CandyClock Little](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candyclock-little/id316643210) - [Concert Previews](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/concert-previews/id942366645) - [Tes Drives](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tes-drives/id1460478528) All apps by Brian Semiglia: https://appshunter.io/developer/308354442 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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