Wake up, it's a beautiful morning

Waking up to natural sunlight is not just a nice way to wake up, it actually inhibits the release of the hormone melatonin, which keeps you less alert, and helps you get up faster. Forcing yourself out of bed first thing in the morning to open the curtains first, however, is another matter.

Mornin' is a welcome invention to anyone who makes a habit of hitting the "snooze" button. This Bluetooth-controlled device clips onto the curtain rail (the kind with tracks) and will pull open a curtain at whatever time you set it for via a smartphone app.