The short version
A seven-segment clock that prominently displays the current day of the week.
From the HackerLinks archive
A seven-segment clock that prominently displays the current day of the week.
The short version
A seven-segment clock that prominently displays the current day of the week.
Why it caught our attention
A simple physical product that solves an ordinary, surprisingly useful orientation problem.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
Editorial paraphrase
A commenter called it a favorite retirement gift and reported later thanks from recipients who used it.
Original threadAlternate Clock Designs and Time Systems
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