Amber Clock

Amber Clock was inspired by the “Always On Display” feature introduced in Nokia’s Amber update. Many older Windows Phone devices lacked this functionality, so I built a lightweight app to replicate the experience.

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Users loved the idea of having a glanceable clock without unlocking their phone. However, hardware limitations meant many couldn’t access the feature. I created Amber Clock to bridge that gap, offering a battery‑efficient, AMOLED‑style display that worked even on unsupported devices.

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• ⏰ Always‑on digital clock display
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⚙️ Technical Details

• Platform: Windows Phone
• Language: C# with XAML UI
• Optimization: Low‑power rendering for AMOLED screens

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Amber Clock gave older Lumia users access to a premium feature, extending the life and usability of their devices. It also demonstrated my ability to reverse‑engineer platform features and deliver them in a user‑friendly way.