Try out Chess.com's chess clock app for free! Instead of needing to carry around an analog or digital clock to play games at your club or at a friend's house, you can install the Chess.com …

May 8, 2019 · The invention of the chess clock saved classical chess, making 10-hour matches a thing of the past. But chess clocks didn't change much until the 1970s, when the first digital …

Jun 5, 2024 · A chess clock is a timing device used to track the amount of time each player takes to make their moves during a game of chess. The device is essential in competitive play as it …

Learn about the different time controls in chess! Everything you need to know about classical, rapid, blitz and bullet time controls in chess!

Oct 15, 2024 · With no-increment in the clock, the seventeenth piece in the battle was the clock. It brought a lot of chaos and mixed opinions. But it begged the question about the old rules and …

Jan 11, 2023 · Chess.com's Clock app just got updated on iOS and Android. With more functionality, tons of useful presets, and an overall better design, the most popular chess clock …

Nov 1, 2024 · Introduction: Why Time Management Matters in Chess Chess is a game of both skill and time. In formats like blitz, rapid, or even classical games, managing the clock is just …

May 29, 2025 · The first use of a chess clock occurred in 1883 during the London International Tournament. Rather than a single clock, two separate timepieces were used, with an official …

Jul 30, 2025 · 2 - The Mechanical Chess Clock A few years later, in 1883, the factory closed, and I lost my job. The machine I worked inside was sold to a young woman named Emily Sarah …

Nov 11, 2024 · In chess, the clock is as vital as any piece on the board. Even the best players can fall victim to time pressure, leading to rushed decisions and costly mistakes. Whether you’re in …