Speaking time reminders

Voice time announcements that do not break focus

When a tone is too vague and an alarm is too disruptive, a short voice time announcement can tell you exactly where the day is. Chimebird adds spoken time chimes to your iPhone with multilingual voice packs and quiet lock screen reminders.

Chimebird voice picker with multilingual time announcement options

Why it fits this use case

A focused chime workflow is easier to keep than another busy timer or alarm setup.

Spoken time without checking the clock

A short voice cue can say the time while you keep reading, coding, cooking, or studying.

10 languages and two voice styles

Pro includes English, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, Japanese, German, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and Dutch voice packs.

Runs as iPhone notifications

Voice chimes are scheduled through local notifications, so they can work from the lock screen without leaving the app open.

How to use it

1

Choose voice instead of a tone

Pick a language and voice style when you want the reminder to tell you the time directly.

2

Select the cadence

Use hourly voice announcements for a calm rhythm, or unlock 15 and 30-minute intervals for stronger time awareness.

3

Keep banners quiet if needed

Use guided notification setup to keep sound enabled while reducing visible notification clutter.

Frequently asked questions

What is a voice time announcement?

It is a spoken reminder that announces the current time at a scheduled interval, such as every hour or every 30 minutes.

What languages are supported?

Chimebird Pro includes voice packs for English, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, Japanese, German, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and Dutch.

Can I use sounds instead of voice?

Yes. Chimebird also includes natural sounds and chime themes such as birdsong, singing bowl, water drop, piano, and more.

Does voice announcement work when the phone is locked?

Yes, as long as iOS notification settings allow the sound. Chimebird schedules local notifications ahead of time.