How to Turn Any Lamp Into a Sunrise Alarm Clock

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Let's face it. There's nothing less pleasant than a jarring phone alarm waking you up in the morning. A high-tech solution? Sunrise alarm clocks. Recreating the idea of peacefully rising with the sun and falling asleep more naturally, these high-tech wellness finds sound like the perfect way to get a better night's sleep. The only problem is the price tag.

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With brands like Loftie and Hatch stocked with tempting extra features, like sound machines and guided sleep exercises, they can set you back up to $150. But there's a quick and simple home hack that will get you the same benefits for less than half the price, and you can easily buy it on Amazon.

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While smart bulbs aren't new, many have the option to set schedules that turn the light on and off, essentially making any lamp a sunrise alarm clock. (In fact, it was one of our favorite features when testing the Sengled Smart Bulbs.) As much as we love the idea of a sunrise alarm, turning our favorite bedside lamp into one sounds even better. All you need to do is find the right smart bulb. Check out a few of our top picks below.

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