I have use this clock for a few year now , and I love it . my only disappointment be that the light\/radio stay on for only 15 minute -- so no procrastinate about get up . no , it be not like have the actual sun light up the bedroom -lrb- like , duh -rrb- , but its light gently brighten until the radio start -lrb- mine be set for a 30-minute gradual `` sunrise . '' then it shut off automatically in 15-20 minute . I have already recommend this clock to several people , and it be recommend to I several year ago .