Impressions of Maui

[havenchaz]

There are several boot optimizations possible.
The best would trying to find out what is causing the delays.
The command systemd-analyze blame might help you.

As for the desktop if you don't have widgets locked on the desktop you should be able to drag and drop the analog clock widget onto it.
As for transparency I think that is not configurable as it is set in the theme itself.

I'll look into the systemd issue as time permits.

The Desktop clock appearance can be changed along with changes to the theme apparently.  But it can be done.  Just search Widgets in System Settings.

Thanks.