# Simple Clock Widget

> The ultimate customizable desk clock & widgets

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/tanron.conf.java.gr.jp.simpleclock](https://chrome-stats.com/d/tanron.conf.java.gr.jp.simpleclock)

## Overview

- **ID:** `tanron.conf.java.gr.jp.simpleclock`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Smart and Small Software
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 72,014
- **Rating:** 3.86 / 5 (454 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-05
- **First published:** 2016-08-02
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 84 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tanron.conf.java.gr.jp.simpleclock)
- **Website:** [https://smartandsmallsoftware.hatenablog.com](https://smartandsmallsoftware.hatenablog.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://smartandsmallsoftware.hatenablog.com/entry/privacy-policy](https://smartandsmallsoftware.hatenablog.com/entry/privacy-policy)

## Description

Simple Clock Widget is a versatile analog clock widget offering over 400 design combinations including 25 dial types, 16 hand styles, and 12 index options. Customize your clock with unique designs, hourly time signal notifications with vibration and messages, and an alarm function featuring snooze and light on options. Additional features include date display, logo characters, and user-friendly settings accessible via tapping the widget. This power-saving widget stops when your screen is off, ensuring efficient performance.

To use, add the widget to your home screen, configure your preferred clock design, notifications, and alarms through the settings screen. Note that notification permissions are required for full functionality. Banner ads appear only on the settings screen, keeping your clock display clean and elegant.

## Rankings

- #255,486 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.USE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `tanron.conf.java.gr.jp.simpleclock.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Simple Clock Widget is praised for its classic analog clock design and extensive customization features, allowing users to personalize colors, styles, and date display. However, multiple users report issues with the second hand or clock freezing, significant battery consumption leading to overheating, and occasional app crashes during customization. Widget size and transparency options could be improved. Device compatibility varies, with some users experiencing the clock not running or freezing. Despite these, many users appreciate its appearance and functionality overall.

### Pros

- Highly customizable with numerous design options for analog clocks.
- Simple and easy to use with a classic, old-fashioned analog style.
- Looks good and can be matched with any wallpaper.
- Offers date display along with time.
- Sufficient customization to satisfy users seeking personalized clock appearances.

### Cons

- Second hand or clock sometimes gets stuck or stops running randomly.
- Consumes a significant amount of battery, causing fast drain and overheating issues.
- App crashes when trying to customize the watch face on some devices.
- Widget size can be too small and some users find it hard to resize or want transparency options.
- Inconsistent functionality across devices; works well on some but stops working or is not working on others.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/tanron.conf.java.gr.jp.simpleclock)