Waking up in the morning is not as pleasant as it could be. Loud rings, beeps and tones shatter the silence – and your sleepy relaxation from the night before. Yet, alarm clocks have come a long way – and developed many more benefits than they might have had in the ‘80’s. These days, you can forgo batteries, charge your iPhone, create an art piece, or even tell the time in words with the help of new innovations. Our top 50 list of alarm clocks detail the new tasks your alarm clock can perform – in stylish, gift-worthy centrepieces to adorn the most basic of bedside tables. Take a peek to choose a differently-rising clock in the New Year.