Lexon's tiny alarm clock promises six months per charge

Not every gadget needs a touchscreen, a companion app or artificial intelligence. Lexon's Minut alarm clock takes a rather different approach, offering a simple digital clock small enough to fit in the palm of a hand. Already available internationally, the French-designed Minut is now heading to Japan through distributor Kanjitsu Denki, with sales beginning November 6, 2026.

Measuring just 6.5 × 4.5 × 2.5 cm (2.56 × 1.77 × 0.98 inches) and weighing 50 grams, the clock is designed for bedside tables, crowded desks and travel bags. Its aluminum and ABS housing surrounds a black VA LCD display, with touch-sensitive controls for activating the backlight and snooze function.

The most practical feature is the claimed battery endurance. According to Lexon, the Minut can operate for up to six months between charges, with a full recharge taking approximately three hours through USB-C. Actual endurance may depend on how frequently the display lighting and alarm are used.

Japanese buyers can choose from black, gunmetal, gold and light pink at launch, with light blue and dark red following in December. The expected retail price is ¥6,980 (roughly $45), while the clock is also available internationally for around $40.

It won't answer messages, track sleep or offer life advice. For something designed to wake you up, that might be a feature rather than a limitation.