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Show HN: I made a tool to compare time zones (time.fyi)

758 points by kamranahmedse · 959 days ago · 219 comments on HN

Article summary

A tool to compare time zones has been created, allowing users to easily see the time differences between various cities and regions. The tool features a simple and intuitive interface, with a slider to update the times. Users can add and compare multiple time zones, and some have suggested additional features such as link sharing and the ability to select a specific date. The tool is useful for people who need to coordinate with others across different time zones.

Main themes

  • time zone comparison
  • tool design
  • user interface
  • feature requests
  • bug reports
  • alternative tools

What commenters say

  • The tool is useful and well-designed, but could benefit from additional features such as link sharing and the ability to select a specific date.
  • Some users have suggested improvements to the user interface, such as removing dead space to allow for more time zones to be displayed.
  • The tool could be more useful if it allowed for custom labeling of cities and time zones.
  • A single-column layout option would be beneficial for comparing multiple time zones.
  • The tool should detect the user's browser locale to determine the 12/24 hour setting.
  • There are some bugs and inaccuracies in the tool, such as incorrect capital cities.
  • The tool is a good alternative to other time zone comparison tools, but some users prefer other interfaces or methods.
  • The ability to 'pin' the current time to create a live world clock would be a useful feature.