New Sleep Technology

New sleep technology is transforming how we rest, using innovative devices and apps to improve sleep quality and help users fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Companies in pharma, medtech, and wellness are leveraging nearable and airable technologies to create value for patients and consumers through these emerging solutions.

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) Emerging Technology Committee has developed resources to help clinicians understand and integrate consumer sleep technology and apps into their practice. Learn more about these advancements below.

Cove: Wearable Stress and Sleep Aid

Cove is a wearable device designed to reduce stress and enhance sleep quality. This small neckband emits gentle vibrations behind the ears, stimulating natural biological pathways between the skin and brain. Cove can be used during the day—while working, relaxing, or exercising—or before bedtime for optimal relaxation and improved sleep.

• Recommended use: Up to 20 minutes per session, spread throughout the day (not during sleep).
• Benefits: Reduces stress, supports restful nights, and enhances resilience to stress.
• Support: Scientific resources and customer care are available via their website, email, and phone.
• Special offers: Seasonal promotions are available throughout the year.

Developed by Feelmore Labs, Cove offers an elegant, easy-to-use solution for those seeking long-term calm and better sleep.

Terraillon: Smart Wellness Devices

Terraillon, a French company established in 1908, is known for its innovation and sleek designs in wellness technology. In 2026, Terraillon continues to showcase smart devices aimed at improving sleep and overall well-being.

• HOMNI: An intelligent sleep solution with a connected lamp that uses four sensors to analyze temperature, light, and sound in your sleep environment.
• R-Link: The world's thinnest connected impedance meter.
• NutriSmart: A nutritional scale that recognizes food.

The Homni lamp helps users develop healthy sleep habits by monitoring environmental factors and syncing with the Wellness Coach Sleep app for personalized recommendations.

• Soundly App: Offers clinically-proven breathing exercises to reduce snoring and analyzes sleep positions with tips for prevention.
• Zmax: A home EEG (brain activity) monitor for clinical-grade brain scanning, offering ease of use and quick results for better sleep.

White Noise Wall Plug

The white noise wall plug provides soothing sounds to promote relaxation and sleep. It offers:

• Multiple sound options: white noise, ocean, summer night, and brook.
• Volume control: Use at comfortable levels—too loud may disrupt sleep.
• Timer settings: Choose from 15, 30, or 60-minute sleep timers.
• Soft glow light: On/off switch for nighttime comfort.
• Compact design: Fits on bedside tables, dressers, or other surfaces.
• Headphone jack: For private listening during the day.

Wristwatches and Sleep Trackers

Modern smartwatches and fitness trackers feature advanced sleep tracking capabilities, including:

• Automatic detection of sleep and wake times
• Breakdown of time spent in each sleep stage (deep, REM, light)
• App-based summaries and insights
• Advanced metrics: heart rate variability, blood oxygen saturation, and sleep apnea detection

Popular devices include:

• Apple Watch Series 8: Tracks REM, deep, and light sleep for comprehensive monitoring.
• Oura Ring: Monitors movement, respiration, and heart rate for detailed sleep analysis.

These devices are comfortable to wear overnight and sync with smartphone apps for easy data interpretation. However, sleep-tracking wristbands may be less accurate for people with insomnia or complex sleep patterns, and may not detect abnormalities as reliably as traditional monitors like portable ECGs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best new sleep technology in 2026?

Top sleep technologies in 2026 include wearable devices like Cove for stress reduction, smart home devices such as Terraillon's Homni lamp, white noise machines, and advanced sleep trackers like the Apple Watch Series 8 and Oura Ring. Each offers unique features to improve sleep quality and monitoring.

How does Cove help improve sleep?

Cove is a wearable neckband that uses gentle vibrations to activate calming biological pathways, helping users reduce stress and enhance sleep quality. It is recommended for use during the day for up to 20 minutes per session.

What features does the Terraillon Homni lamp offer?

The Homni lamp analyzes your sleep environment using sensors for temperature, light, and sound, and syncs with an app to help you develop better sleep habits and understand your personal sleep environment.

Are smartwatches accurate for tracking sleep?

Smartwatches and fitness trackers provide useful insights into sleep patterns, including time spent in different sleep stages. However, they may be less accurate for individuals with insomnia or irregular sleep, and are not a substitute for clinical-grade sleep studies.

Can white noise machines really help with sleep?

White noise machines can promote relaxation and help many people fall asleep faster by masking disruptive background sounds. For best results, use at a comfortable volume and choose soothing sound options.