WOW. This works great. I was very impressed. It starts 30 minutes before the time you want to get up gradually increasing in the intensity of the light. It has three wake-up sounds: birds, radio and zen music. The sound also starts low and increases in sound. I have also used for when I want a boost of sun light. It works great and I highly recomment it.

I have waited now for a week's use of the light therapy so I could better judge it. I don't have a problem with the looks or size, however if you are short on room, this might be a problem. As for the product itself, I honestly think it does work. I am waiting for some dark days to really give it a try, so far this week has been sunny here in Central Oregon. Since I don't use an alarm anymore it was a much softer, gentle way of waking

Mornings used to be horrible for me. Every day at 5:00 a.m., I was abruptly jarred out of bed by my then standard alarm clock. And of course being woken up in a way such as that would consequently set me up for a poor day as well. Just making it through the week was a challenge for me; I was exhausted. But that was then. It's been about two weeks since I received my Philips Wake Up Light from She Speaks. My morning could not be better! I now wake up in a extraordinary peaceful way, one of which I haven't experienced since my younger years. Not only that, but I also have noticed about a 20% to 30% energy increase throughout the day. Awesome! So what's the secret? Perhaps it may be the pleasant chirping of birds that slowly gets louder, gently awaking you from a slumber. Or maybe it's what I find to be the coolest feature of all; the light! And this is not just any old alarm clock light. This is a Philips Wake Up Light! It, like the sound of the birds, progressively increases in intensity, giving your mind and body time to switch from sleeping to consciousness state. This light is like having a private sunrise for your room! All and all, I love this product. I still can not say I look forward to waking up, but now the experience is much, much more tolerable thanks to The Philips Wake Up Light. Needless to say, this light will now be part of my every day routine. It seems to be made really well too, so I am hoping to have it for a really long time!

I love this! This has made getting up easier in the morning and also not affecting your partners sleeping habits also. I would highly recommend this to anyone.

I was skeptical of this product at first, but it really does make a difference in the morning. It is such a nice way to wake up and I feel ready to get out of bed when the birds start chirping. The controls are easy to use and the design is attractive. I like the options for the alarms between the radio, beeping, and the chirping of birds. I keep it on my side of the bed and the light wakes me up before the birds chirp. But my husband does not seem to be affected by the light when he is rolled away from it. If you want it to wake up two people, you may have to set it between at the head of foot of the bed. I will definately be recommending this product to friends and family. It is kind of expensive but for those of us living in the northern regions, it really does make a difference in the morning.

I was very hesitant to even think this product could help me wake up easier in the morning, however, I was wrong!! The light starts to come on 30 minutes before the actual alarm goes off and it helps to slowly wake me up. It's also very easy to use. The only thing I would change about it is the shape/size, doesn't fit very well on my bedside table, takes up alot of room. Love that there is an AM/FM radio on it too!

When you have to get up between 130 and 330am, this is a great way to do it. When dawn isn't until 730 and your missing the sounds of summer-birds chirping and a feeling or being rested, this is the perfect product.

I had always heard about how light therapy can improve moods. I honestly didn't believe it until I was able to test this. My attitude has really changed. I wake up easier and in a better mood. I cant imagine my mornings without it. I highly recommed this to anyone that has SAD or just feels blue during the winter season.

My teenage son has been using the Philips Wake Up Light now for two weeks. I have found that it is easier to get him out of bed on school mornings since he has been using the light. He uses the sound of birds for the alarm and it seems to easily wake him. I would recommend this light to anyone who has teenagers.

Week two and I am really liking this way of waking up. I am not aware of waking up, but when I hear the birds start chirping, I am awake fully and not feeling like I have been run over by a truck. It is such a pleasant way of waking up. Can't say how much I love this light/clock!!!

I have a busy life just like many other people. Unlike others, I start my morning at 3:30 am. I wake up, drag myself out of bed, diver for an hour, go to work for 9 hours, drive 30 minutes to school, stay at school for 7.5 hours....then drive home and crawl into bed. Even with my hectic schedule, I can survive off of the 5 to 6 hours of sleep....until winter comes. Once the darkness is here I am doomed. So far, the Phillips Wake-up light has really helped with me getting out of bed on time. I love the way the light is gradual and I like waking up to birds chirping! The best part, rolling over to shut off the alarm on my end table and feeling the warmth on my face from the light. I really thought the light would make me wake up and panic that I was late for work. This is a must in my house now! My only complaint....is the size. It is a little too big. I wish it was a little smaller so it would not take up so much room on my end table....

It took me about a week to get used to this - the light would wake me up before the birds - so I had to adjust the alarm time a bit to begin waking at the desired time. I definately like the sound of the birds to any alarm buzzer! Wish that the radio had a better antenna as I live in a remote area and do not get good reception.

I have long had issues waking up in the morning. I suffer from back issues and sleep apnea. When I received this product, my husband (who works in commercial lighting) tried to put it on his side of the bed! The first day, I didn't pop out of bed like I was hoping and praying for but over the next few mornings it got easier and easier. I have been able to wake up and get up to enjoy a few minutes with my husband before he goes to work. I thought at first this was a bit hoaky but I have been turned into a believer in this great product.

This product is great!! I will say my husband and I were skeptical that it would really work!! I must say, we absolutely love it!! Living in Oregon we have a lot of gloomy days and this really has helped!! It is amazing how much better you feel waking up to sunlight!! I absolutely LOVE this thing!! I purchased 1 for my mother who seems to get depressed with all the rain and it has made a significant difference in her battle with depression!! I would recommend this product to everyone!! :)

I have a difficult time waking up in the mornings, especially with that awful alarm clock I was using. It would put me in a bad mood for half the day just having to wake up to that annoying, nerve rattling sound it made. Switching to the Phillips Wake Up light was the best decision I could have possibly made. It was extremely easy to set up and even easier to use. The directions are thorough and makes waking up easier than ever before. I love the sounds I was able to choose from to wake up to. I personally favor the birds chirping to wake up to. The orange glow of the light is stress-free and relaxing so now when I wake up in the morning I feel refreshed and ready to start my day. I would recommend this to anyone and everyone. So far I've purchased one for my mom and my mother-in-law for Christmas presents. That's how confident I am about this high-tech clock.