The Hourglass Emporium

The Hourglass Emporium

by Michael Ducker

7 ratings
11 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 27 Feb 2025)

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Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 16, 2014
  • October 25, 2014

Features

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About

This app offers a visually stunning hourglass experience with intricate sand simulations. Users can customize sand size, choose from various artistic hourglass styles, and interact with the sand by swiping and tilting. It functions as a versatile timer, capable of measuring intervals from one second up to a full day.

Intricate sand simulation
Customizable sand particle size
Multiple artistic hourglass styles
Interactive sand manipulation
Invert to restart timer
Tilt to pause timer
Adjustable timer duration (1 second to 24 hours)
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What's New in The Hourglass Emporium

1.02

October 25, 2014

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Updated for iOS 8 Increased performance on multi-core devices

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In-App Purchases

$0.99

Alice In Wonderland

An hourglass inspired by Lewis Carol's Alice In Wonderland

User reviews

Very useful

A colleague recomand me to get a sandglass to time myself on certain task.
I tried a few sandglass app and this one is the very best.

- This app is user friendly
- the first design is free.
- the designs are nice.
- I didn’t notice any adds.
- it reverse the time when you flip your phone like a real sandglass.
- you can set the time you want and you really see the sand flow.

I highly recommend this app for anyone who may need it.
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Great,more wallpaper?

This app absolutely give me what i want, small number, realistic sand amimation. But I personally like wallpaper that is clean and simple, more Apple-like, I would pay for it if it has it, just the wallpaper, others are great!

Fun Hourglass

perfect lil program. change the time to whatever (including hours). has counter for both sides and flipping ipad reverses counters. fun animations. alarms and very versatile. i paid 1$ and that is the first dollar ive given an app. great job.

Great app

I went through all the hour glass / sand timers and this is the only developer who had implemented how a sand timer works. All the others were count down timers.

This app allows you to invert the timer which may mean you have more or less sand depending on when you inverted it.

I needed a sand timer for a game that I am playing and this works just wonderfully.

If I were to make any suggestions I would like the ability to set a couple other alerts to warn when sand is at 50 % or whatever value i set be it time or percent left. This is a wish list not a complaint which is why I gave this app a 5
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Practical & Delightful

I searched for an hourglass to set for meditation, and this was easily my pick because of the artwork. After using it, I bought all 4 additional skins in order to thank/support the author— then found the Kraken to be my favorite (for now).

FAQ

What is the shortest and longest time The Hourglass Emporium can measure?

The Hourglass Emporium can measure times ranging from a minimum of 1 second up to a maximum of 24 hours (86,399 seconds). The sand's flow velocity adjusts accordingly to accommodate these different durations.

Can I interact with the sand in The Hourglass Emporium?

Yes, you can interact with the sand by swiping and tilting the screen. The app features up to 55,000 particles of sand that react dynamically to your touch and device movements.

Does The Hourglass Emporium have ads?

No, The Hourglass Emporium does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases available.

How many different hourglass styles are available in The Hourglass Emporium?

The Hourglass Emporium offers a selection of 5 hourglasses in different artistic styles. Each hourglass features unique animating designs for a visually engaging experience.

Can I customize the appearance of the sand in The Hourglass Emporium?

Yes, you can choose the size of the sand particles, from barely visible tiny grains to giant tumbling blocks. This allows you to personalize the visual effect of the sand as it falls.

What are the alarm options in The Hourglass Emporium?

The Hourglass Emporium provides 7 different alarm sounds, described as ranging from annoying to silent. Users can choose their preferred alarm or opt for complete silence.

What devices is The Hourglass Emporium compatible with?

The Hourglass Emporium is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users who want a unique timing application.

How often is The Hourglass Emporium updated?

The Hourglass Emporium was last updated on October 25, 2014, to version 1.02. The initial release date was May 16, 2014.