How to use the online alarm clock
While you wait for the evening BBC News bulletin, set the alarm for 9:27 pm and leave the clock where you can glance at it without repeatedly checking your phone. The alert marks the moment to switch over, with enough of the evening still left before 10:00 pm to settle in and follow the programme.
Because the bulletin starts at a fixed time, check the alarm sound now rather than discovering a problem when the opening headlines are already under way. Choose a clear volume, run a brief test, and confirm that your phone is not muted. Keep this page active and your phone awake, or the BBC News alarm will not sound and you could miss the start.
Waiting for a late-evening broadcast can feel less restful under bright ceiling lights. Before 9:27 pm, switch on a softer lamp near your seat and reduce glare from any unused screens, while keeping the television easy to see. Making that change beforehand avoids adjusting the room once the news has begun and gives the remaining 33 minutes before 10:00 pm a calmer feel.
Common questions
What happens if my laptop goes to sleep before 9:27 pm?
The tab sleeps along with it and the alarm will not sound on time, if at all. If you are relying on it, change the power settings so the machine stays awake, or keep a phone alarm running as well.
Do I need an account or an app?
Neither. Choose a time and a sound, press Start, and it runs in this browser tab. Nothing is downloaded, nothing is registered, and closing the page leaves nothing behind on the device.
Can I change the sound?
Yes, there is a short list of tones to pick from before you press Start. Softer sounds are easy to sleep through, so a firmer bell tends to be the safer choice for anything early in the morning.
Will it still be right when the clocks change?
Yes. It reads your device's local clock, so the move between GMT and BST at the end of March and October is picked up automatically, as long as the computer's date, time and time zone are set correctly.
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