Interesting Idea and Works Great
Very interesting to see how this unique clock works, and has a lot of nice customization features.
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This app displays time using a balanced ternary system, dividing the day into 27 hours, each with 27 minutes and 27 seconds. It utilizes 'trits' with three values to represent time, offering a unique perspective on temporal measurement.
✓Balanced ternary time display
✓27-hour day division
✓Ternary digits ('trits')
✓Unique time representation
✓Visualizes 'extended present'
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1.0
April 9, 2026
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What is TernaryClock?
TernaryClock is a unique clock application that displays time using a balanced ternary number system. It divides the day into 27 hours, each hour into 27 minutes, and each minute into 27 seconds, offering a different way to perceive time.
How does TernaryClock represent time?
TernaryClock uses 'trits', which are ternary digits that can have three values: '\', '|', and '/'. These represent values like 0, 1, 2 or -1, 0, +1, allowing for a balanced representation of time.
What is the 'extended present' in TernaryClock?
The app aims to align with the 'extended present', a psychological concept of the duration of time experienced as 'now'. The ternary second in this clock lasts approximately 4.4 standard seconds, which is close to this perceived duration.
What is the significance of balanced ternary?
Balanced ternary systems, unlike decimal or binary, have a center value and do not require a special sign for negative numbers. This makes them well-suited for tracking cyclical events like the passage of a day.
How does TernaryClock handle noon and midnight?
At noon, all ternary digits in TernaryClock are centered at '|'. Midnight is represented as the transition from the highest value ('///·///·///') to the lowest value ('\\\·\\\·\\\'), marking the beginning of a new day.
Is TernaryClock available on multiple devices?
Yes, TernaryClock is supported on iPhones, iPads, and iPods, making its unique time display accessible across various Apple devices.
What is the age rating for TernaryClock?
TernaryClock has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for children and adults alike, with no mature content.
When was TernaryClock last updated?
TernaryClock was last updated on April 9, 2026, with version 1.0. This indicates a recent release or update for the application.