Wake up to an alarm clock that reads the current news headlines and weather to you with your computer's voice, even turning on the lights or radio in your bedroom. Wakes you up early if the weather is bad by checking your local weather conditions on-line. Keeps track of multiple alarms and reminders. Knows about holidays, days off, and actual school/work days. Define repeat alarms for daily wake-ups. plus once-only, weekly, weekdays-only, monthly and other repeats. Remembers to schedule a myriad of alarms and reminders. Can activate an X-10 appliance such as a radio or turns on your room lights if you have an X10 interface on your computer. Comes with different colored device skins including transparent glass.