# Talking Alarm > Alarm clock that speaks the current time when it rings. (iPhone/iPad app by Burnt Slice.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talking-alarm/id475219725 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Burnt Slice](https://appshunter.io/developer/438727558) - Category: Utilities, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 3.30/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.1 · 52 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2011-11-10 - Data updated: 2026-08-13 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talking-alarm/id475219725/reviews.md ## What is Talking Alarm? Set yourself an alarm that speaks the current time when it goes off. You can be woken in the morning with "The time is 8:00 AM" or be reminded when you need to leave work with "The time is 5:00 PM". No need to leave the app open, just set your alarms and close the app. Please note: Your device must not be set to silent, if it is set to silent the alarm sound will not play. Recommended notification settings for best results: - Sounds: ON - Alert Style When Unlocked: Alerts These settings are accessible from: Home Screen->Settings->Talking Alarm->Notifications ## Key features - Spoken time announcements - Customizable alarm times - Background operation - Reminder functionality - Device silent mode warning ## Recent user reviews (10 of 24) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talking-alarm/id475219725/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Where has this been hiding!?! *2024-06-05* I’ve needed this for 8 years but have never heard of or seen in any Apple store searches. I like it to remind me of certain times of day like BEDTIME, for example. Thanks 😊 ### 5/5 — Works *2023-01-04, version 1.4.1* Good ### 4/5 — Labels *2021-04-30* Like this app, but wish I could label/ title the individual clock. Thanks ### 5/5 — I LOVE IT *2020-04-21* it's clean and simple!!!! - Clint R. ### 4/5 — Happy shopper *2020-03-28, version 1.4.1* Ive been using this app for a couple years now and it was one the first apps I downloaded when I was looking for a timer that would call out the time, and it does exactly that! So convenient for when I’m getting kids ready for school and myself ready for work and I don’t have a second to check my watch for the time. I simple Bluetooth my phone to the speaker so no matter where I am in the house, I will hear it (and possibly my neighbours), set my times and the rest is done! My family is out the door on time. ### 2/5 — Doesn't work on iOS 10 *2019-05-07* This was my favorite alarm clock ever and I've not been able to find a similar & simple alarm clock that just simple tells the time twice & shuts up!! With no need to snooze. Can you please fix this app. It doesn't work on my iPad either😕 ### 3/5 — Needs update *2018-08-29, version 1.4.1* This app works great but could do with an update like being able to change the background alarm and able to change what the voice says or be able to tell the voice what to say I know this is a lot but I would pay for the if this and more was done ### 3/5 — Still need some work *2018-08-24* This app is just what I’m looking for a morning alarm clock. I hate blaring noisy alarms. Only thing from making me use as my main alarm clock is not being able to select days of the week. The only selection for repeating alarm is Daily. A Weekdays/weekends/ or individual days would be nice. Hope you have an update soon. Keep up the good work. ### 3/5 — Almost what I need *2018-08-24* I got this app so I’ll know the time while I’m lying in bed with my eyes closed, but almost awake. I did not get it to wake me up. This alarm repeats the time three times with annoying alarm sounds in between each. That’s the kind of noise that can wake someone up; overkill for my use. I’d like to lose the alarm sounds and have it say “It is 5 am”, then “it is 5:10 am”, then “it is 5:15 am, last chance for a swim before work.” And I don’t need the message 3 times for every alarm that goes off. Just tell me the time once. ### 4/5 — Almost got it ... *2018-05-10* It’s almost what I need, but two minor adjustments would make it perfect. First, the ability to customize the sound before the time announcement; and second, the ability to plan by the minute, instead of at five minute intervals. For example, I’d like to be able to sound an alarm at 7:15, at 7:20, at 7:25, and at 7:30, but also every minute from 7:31 to 7:40. ## Frequently asked questions about Talking Alarm ### How does Talking Alarm announce the time? Talking Alarm announces the current time audibly when your set alarm goes off. You can configure it to say phrases like 'The time is 8:00 AM' to wake you up or remind you of events. ### Does Talking Alarm work if my iPhone is on silent? No, your device must not be set to silent for the alarm sound to play. For best results, ensure notification sounds are enabled for the app in your device's settings. ### Can I use Talking Alarm without keeping the app open? Yes, you can set your alarms and then close the app. It is designed to operate in the background without needing to remain open. ### What devices is Talking Alarm compatible with? Talking Alarm is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It requires iOS and has an age rating of 4+. ### How often is Talking Alarm updated? The app was last updated on February 7, 2017, to version 1.4.1. It was originally released on November 10, 2011. ### What is the user rating for Talking Alarm? Talking Alarm has a rating of 3.3 stars based on 12 user ratings. ### Is Talking Alarm free to use? Yes, Talking Alarm is completely free to download and use. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements. ### What are the recommended notification settings for Talking Alarm? For optimal performance, it's recommended to have Sounds set to ON and Alert Style When Unlocked set to Alerts. These can be adjusted in your device's settings under Talking Alarm notifications. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.4.1 — 2017-02-07 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Minor Improvements. ### 1.4 — 2016-12-11 • Minor Improvements. ### 1.3 — 2016-12-07 Updated for iOS 10. ### 1.2 — 2013-02-05 - Minor fixes and tweaks. ### 1.1 — 2012-01-25 Added option to make alarms repeat daily. ## Apps similar to Talking Alarm | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Alarm Clock App: myAlarm Clock](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarm-clock-app-myalarm-clock/id1350722971) | 4.6 (13,132) | Free | Utilities | | [Loud Alarm Clock LOUDEST Sleep](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loud-alarm-clock-loudest-sleep/id593567385) | 4.4 (7,593) | Free | Utilities | | [Alarm Clock for Me - Wake Up!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarm-clock-for-me-wake-up/id749124884) | 4.6 (123,695) | Free | Utilities | | [Barcode Alarm Clock Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-alarm-clock-pro/id731358084) | 4.3 (148) | $14.99 | Utilities | | [Motion Alarm Clock](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motion-alarm-clock/id918121337) | 4.5 (1,234) | Free | Utilities | | [Alarm Clock HD](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarm-clock-hd/id476555713) | 4.5 (103,844) | Free | Utilities | ## More apps by Burnt Slice - [MPH/KPH Speedometer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mphkph-speedometer/id438727555) - [Dreambox Controller](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dreambox-controller/id496042354) - [Track Day Hero](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/track-day-hero/id590183454) - [Sat Scope](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sat-scope/id805540183) All apps by Burnt Slice: https://appshunter.io/developer/438727558 ## Related topics [talking alarm](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/talking-alarm) · [talking alarm clock](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/talking-alarm-clock) · [talking voice alarm](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/talking-voice-alarm) · [scream alarm](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/scream-alarm) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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