I had a backpack stolen the other week - all very annoying. The mobile phone has probably been the most irritating loss as it doubles as my watch and alarm clock. I don't actually own a real alarm clock these days so I've had to make do with the laptop instead. Things to remember when using a laptop as an alarm clock:
- Disable hibernation.
- Plug it in.
- Set it to play a noise not just display a dialog.
- Do not pick "Tomorrow" when setting your morning call just after midnight unless you really mean tomorrow.
- There is no snooze button.
That last one's the deal breaker. I'm picking up a travel clock this evening.