These days, there are tons of more-advanced bedside companions that can help you ease into your day with ramp-up lighting or pleasing nature sounds. That doesn't mean you have to replace your phone with a clunky and jarring old-school alarm clock.
If you're looking for a small but significant change you can implement to give yourself the gift of better sleep then consider getting a new alarm setup. But if your phone is your main alarm, that might be tricky. It's often recommended that you avoid using your cell phone before bedtime to improve your sleep cycle. Things to consider when buying an alarm clock.
