# TalkingTime: Speaking Clock

> Hourly Chime & Pill Reminder

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id436647496](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id436647496)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id436647496`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Fortuisoft LLC
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (308 ratings)
- **Version:** 27.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-03
- **First published:** 2011-05-16
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/talkingtime-speaking-clock/id436647496)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.fortuisoft.com/talkingtime/Privacy.html](https://www.fortuisoft.com/talkingtime/Privacy.html)

## Description

TalkingTime is a speaking clock extension that announces the time on the hour, half-hour, and quarter-hour. It is designed to be set up once and then run passively, so it won't drain your battery while you focus on other tasks.

It respects your device's 12-hour or 24-hour clock setting and provides a lightweight, accessible way to stay aware of the time. Terms and privacy links are provided for reference.

## Rankings

- #88,586 — Overall

## Review summary

TalkingTime is a simple, reliable time-announcement app that helps people with ADHD/time blindness by providing customizable, non-intrusive spoken time cues. Users praise its ease of use, customization (times, chimes, and spoken text), and the option to choose voices, plus proactive developer support and updates. However, there are recurring reliability issues: occasional crashes that stop speech and some complaints about voice quality being robotic. When it runs smoothly, it effectively improves time awareness and focus, making it a valuable tool for staying on task.

### Pros

- Helps with ADHD/time blindness by providing regular, predictable time cues that improve focus and time management.
- Easy to use and intuitive; simple setup with straightforward customization.
- Highly customizable spoken announcements: choose hours, intervals, voice, and even custom spoken text.
- Reliable performance and a no-subscription pricing model; described as operating flawlessly and well-maintained.
- Positive developer support and ongoing maintenance; regular updates and improvements.

### Cons

- Occasional crashes and periods when the app stops speaking, leading to loss of notifications.
- Voice options can sound robotic or outdated; users would like more natural, updated voices.
- Some users report initial difficulties getting the app to work despite following instructions.

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