We’re excited to announce a powerful new addition to Pillow’s sleep tracking experience: Live Activities on the Apple Watch. Building on our popular Live Activities support on iPhone, we’ve now brought the same seamless real-time updates to your wrist.

Why Live Activities on Apple Watch?

We believe that the best way to understand and manage your sleep health is to have the information you need right where and when you need it. With Live Activities on Apple Watch, you can:

• Quickly Monitor Your Sleep Session: Stay informed about the status of your ongoing sleep tracking session without navigating through multiple screens. Just glance at your watch, and you’ll know exactly where you stand—whether you’re sleeping, in a pause state, or nearing your wake-up time.
• Launch Pillow in One Tap: Need to quickly return to Pillow? Tap on the Live Activity to launch Pillow.

How It Works

1. Start Your Session: Begin a sleep session on your iPhone or directly on your Apple Watch.
2. Automatic Live Activity: Once your session is running, the Live Activity will appear automatically on your Apple Watch. It mirrors the behavior you’re familiar with on iPhone, ensuring a consistent, unified experience.
3. Pause and Resume: If you need to pause tracking—maybe you’re momentarily getting out of bed—the Live Activity will immediately reflect this state change on your Apple Watch. When you resume tracking, the Live Activity updates in real-time.
4. Customization Options: Prefer not to see Live Activities? No problem. You can turn this feature off in the configuration settings for each of your presets, giving you full control over your tracking environment.

Compatibility and Availability

Live Activities on Apple Watch requires watchOS 11 and iOS 18 or newer. This feature is available to both free and subscribed users, so everyone can enjoy easier access to their sleep data.

The Future of Convenient Sleep Tracking

Live Activities on the Apple Watch is just another step in our commitment to make sleep tracking simpler, more intuitive, and readily accessible. By bringing this feature to your wrist, we’re ensuring that you have the insights you need, when you need them, to make informed decisions about your sleep.

Update to the latest version of Pillow and experience more convenient, real-time sleep tracking right from your Apple Watch—because a great night’s sleep is always worth keeping an eye on.

We’re excited to announce a new addition to Pillow’s Sleep Aid section—an exclusive collection of Visualization Meditations. Designed to help you relax and drift into restful sleep at night or begin your day with renewed mindfulness, these sessions utilize guided imagery to calm the mind, soothe the body, and create a peaceful mental landscape before you even open your eyes to the world outside.

What Are Visualization Meditations?

Unlike other forms of meditation that may focus on the breath, sensations, or non-judgmental awareness of thoughts, visualization meditations involve conjuring vivid, calming images in your mind. Through this practice, you’re not just observing your inner state—you’re actively shaping it.

A typical visualization meditation might guide you through imagining a serene beach at sunrise, a quiet forest clearing, or a gentle river flowing beneath a clear sky. By engaging the senses and immersing yourself in a tranquil scenario, these sessions help redirect attention away from anxious thoughts, bodily tension, or racing worries. Instead, they foster a sense of emotional ease and mental clarity.

The Science Behind Visualization

Scientific research supports the effectiveness of visualization and guided imagery for relaxation and stress reduction. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, guided imagery is associated with lower stress levels, improved emotional well-being, and enhanced overall quality of life. Learn more here.

Additional studies have also found that incorporating visualization practices can positively influence sleep quality. By regularly cultivating peaceful mental images before bedtime, individuals can create a more conducive internal environment for sleep, potentially reducing the time it takes to drift off and improving the overall restfulness of the night’s sleep.

How Our Visualization Meditations Can Help You

For Better Sleep: In the evening, let a gentle voice and soothing background sounds guide you into relaxing mental images that help ease tension, calm the mind, and prepare you for a sound night’s sleep.

For Mindful Mornings: Start your day on the right note by visualizing scenes that instill a sense of purpose, positivity, and mental clarity. By doing so, you set an intentional tone for the day ahead.

For Overall Well-Being: Visualization meditations are versatile. They can be useful anytime you need a quick mental reset—whether you’re feeling overwhelmed at midday or simply craving a calmer mindset.

Try the New Visualization Collection Today

Navigate to the Sleep Aid section in Pillow and discover a range of carefully crafted visualization meditations. Each session is designed to accommodate different schedules, preferences, and goals—whether you want a quick 5-minute mental escape or a longer, more immersive journey.

We’re committed to continually expanding our collection of tools to support your journey towards better sleep and greater overall well-being. Stay tuned for more additions, and in the meantime, give visualization meditations a try. They may be the key to unlocking a calmer mind, more restful sleep, and a brighter start to every day.

We’re excited to introduce a new feature in the Discover section of Pillow that offers deeper insights into one of the most crucial aspects of sleep health—sleep duration trends. Here’s how this new feature can help you better understand and manage your sleep.

New Sleep Duration Trend Insight

Understanding how your sleep duration changes over time is key to identifying patterns and making adjustments for better sleep health. With the latest update to Pillow, the Discover section now includes a new insight feature that tracks your sleep duration trends, providing notifications of significant changes, whether they are improvements or declines.

How It Works

As you consistently track your sleep with Pillow, the Discover section processes and analyzes your sleep data to detect trends. This insight focuses specifically on variations in your total sleep time, helping you to see how your sleep duration evolves.

Notifications for Immediate Updates

If you opt-in for notifications, Pillow can alert you directly through your device about significant changes in your sleep duration. These notifications are rich, meaning you can long-press on them to see full details right from your lock screen or notification center—no need to open the app. This feature is not only convenient but also saves you time, making it easier to stay informed about your sleep health.

Privacy and Personalization

As always, your data privacy is paramount. All analysis is done on-device, ensuring that your personal sleep data remains confidential and secure. These insights are tailored specifically to you, based on your unique sleep patterns and goals.

What’s Next for Discover

We are continuously working to enhance the Discover section with more features and insights. Stay tuned for upcoming additions that will provide even more detailed analyses and personalized recommendations to help you achieve your best sleep.

Get Started

To access this new feature, make sure you have the latest version of Pillow installed. After a few days of Sleep Tracking, dive into the Discover section to see your sleep duration trends and start receiving actionable insights. As we continue to expand Pillow’s capabilities, we look forward to helping you discover more about your sleep and enhance your overall wellbeing.

How you start your day matters a lot.

That is why we’re happy to announce the latest addition to the Sleep Aid tab: "Mindful Mornings." This carefully curated collection of meditation tracks, affirmations, and visualizations is designed to help you start your day with clarity and intention. Discover why incorporating mindfulness into your morning routine can transform the rest of your day.

Why Mindful Mornings Matter

Mornings set the tone for the day ahead. Engaging in mindfulness practices such as meditation, affirmations, and visualizations first thing in the morning can significantly impact your mental clarity, stress levels, and overall well-being.

Studies have shown that morning meditation can enhance alertness, reduce stress, and improve cognitive function throughout the day. For example, research published in the journal Mindfulness found that participants who engaged in morning meditation were more focused and less emotionally reactive during challenging tasks later in the day.

What's Inside "Mindful Mornings"

Meditations: Start your day with guided meditations that focus on setting intentions, cultivating positivity, and preparing your mind for the day’s tasks.

Affirmations: Positive affirmations reinforce your self-esteem and motivate you to tackle daily challenges with a confident mindset.

Visualizations: Engage your imagination with visualizations that help you picture and manifest your ideal day.

Each track is designed to be accessible and effective, whether you’re new to mindfulness or looking to deepen your practice.

Accessing Mindful Mornings

To explore "Mindful Mornings," simply navigate to the Sleep Aid tab in Pillow. There, you’ll find the collection ready to help you greet each day with peace and purpose.

The Importance of Starting Mindful

Incorporating mindfulness into your morning routine can lead to sustained mental health benefits and improved daily performance. By starting your day with a meditation, you give yourself the space to set a calm, clear, and motivated tone for the hours ahead.

Stay tuned as we continue to expand our Sleep Aid collection with more tracks and tools designed to enhance your sleep and waking life. Transform your mornings from mundane to mindful.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of two innovative widgets designed specifically for iOS 18 on iPhone and iPad. Here’s everything you need to know about these new additions to the Pillow experience.

Introducing the “Open Pillow” and “Start Tracking” Widgets

With our latest update, you can now access Pillow’s functionalities quicker and more efficiently through two new widgets.

1. Open Pillow Widget: This widget acts as a gateway to swiftly launch Pillow, where you can review your latest sleep analysis and personalized recommendations. With just a tap, stay updated and informed about your sleep health without navigating through multiple screens.

2. Start Tracking Widget: The ‘Start Tracking’ widget simplifies the process of beginning a sleep session. Upon adding this widget, you’ll choose from various tracking presets available in Pillow, such as Alarm-based for a regular night’s sleep, Duration-based for naps, or a “no-alarm” option for uninterrupted sleep tracking. What’s more, you can add multiple ‘Start Tracking’ widgets tailored to different tracking needs—perfect for quick access whether you're settling down for the night or just taking a quick nap.

Enhanced Customization and Accessibility

Multiple Tracking Presets:
Pillow’s unique feature of customizable tracking presets shines with these widgets. Tailor your sleep tracking to meet your specific needs and switch between presets from your Lock Screen or Control Centre.

Custom Lock Screen for Sleep:
Dive deeper into personalization by creating a custom Lock Screen that will appear automatically when it’s time to sleep. This Lock Screen can integrate both new widgets alongside existing ones that display metrics like sleep quality and duration over time, ensuring all your sleep data is just a glance away.

Pro Tips for Advanced Users:

• Lock Screen Customization: Arrange your Lock Screen to surface these widgets exactly when you need them, aligning with your selected sleep times.
• Action Button Utility: For newer iPhone models featuring an action button, set it to activate either the ‘Open Pillow’ or ‘Start Tracking’ widget for instantaneous access without unlocking your device.

Available Exclusively on iOS 18

These widgets are designed to leverage the latest iOS capabilities, available exclusively for iOS 18 users on iPhone and iPad. Embrace the next level of convenience and control over your sleep with Pillow’s latest update.

Get Started Today!

Enhance your sleep tracking experience with these powerful new additions. Update to the latest version of Pillow, add these widgets, tonight!

Download Pillow from the App Store to get started!

As the leaves change and the air cools, the changing season invites us to renew our evening routines. We’re thrilled to unveil our latest collection in the Pillow Sleep Aid Section: "Snooze & Foliage". This new series is lovingly crafted to harmonize with the tranquil and reflective ambiance of autumn, providing the perfect backdrop for a restful night's sleep.

What’s Inside "Snooze & Foliage"? "Snooze & Foliage" features an array of carefully selected content designed to help you unwind and drift into deep, rejuvenating sleep. Here’s what you can expect:

• Autumnal Meditations: Embrace the essence of fall with guided meditations that focus on themes of letting go, gratitude, and harvest. These sessions are perfect for reflecting on the day and settling into a peaceful state of mind.
• Rustling Leaves Soundscapes: Experience the soothing sounds of crisp leaves and gentle winds from the comfort of your bed. These natural soundscapes are ideal for those who find solace in the sounds of the outdoors.
• Fall-inspired Bedtime Stories: Our new bedtime stories are set against the backdrop of autumn's enchanting scenery. These tales are not just for kids; they're a perfect way to leave behind the stresses of the day and ease into a dreamy nighttime slumber.
• Relaxing Autumn Music: Soft melodies featuring acoustic instruments and ambient tones that resonate with the season. Let these gentle tunes lull you into a deep sleep.

The most relaxing way to welcome this Fall.

Join us this season in embracing the calm and coziness of autumn nights with this new sleep aid collection. Available now in Pillow —just in time to cozy up with as the nights grow longer. Let’s welcome the gifts of fall together with open arms and sleepy eyes.

We're thrilled to announce the launch of Discover, a groundbreaking new feature that transforms the way you approach your sleep goals. Discover is the culmination of nearly two years of dedicated work, designed to bridge the gap between sleep data and actionable improvements in your sleep quality.

Why Discover?

Sleep tracking has come a long way, but many users still find themselves asking, "I have all this data, now what?" We built Discover to answer this question, providing personalized, actionable insights based on your unique sleep profile and goals.

Your Personal Sleep Program

Discover starts by learning about you. Share your current sleep struggles and select one or two goals - whether it's improving overall sleep hygiene or enhancing physical fitness and mental performance. Using this information and your ongoing sleep data, Discover creates a tailored sleep program just for you.

Privacy First

We understand the importance of your personal data. That's why Discover operates with a privacy-first approach. All your personal information stays on your device, never shared with third parties. The program's calculations use on-device intelligence, ensuring maximum privacy while delivering personalized recommendations.

What to Expect from Discover

1. Insights: Discover highlights important findings about your sleep patterns, such as how your sleep is affected by calorie burn, your optimal bedtime, and trends in your sleep duration and other metrics.
2. Challenges: Achieving better sleep isn't just about knowledge - it's about action. Discover offers engaging challenges like "Discover Your Chronotype" to help you explore your unique sleep profile and stay motivated.
3. Sleep Tips: Receive curated tips based on your goals, sleep data, and even the current season. These evidence-based suggestions come with references for those who want to dive deeper into sleep science.
4. And More: We're just getting started! Future updates will introduce exciting new types of content to further enhance your sleep journey.

Customizable and User-Friendly

Discover is designed with you in mind. Easily save useful content for later reference, filter content by type, and even turn off content types that don't resonate with you. Provide feedback on tips and insights to help further personalize your program.

Need to adjust your goals or start fresh? No problem. Discover allows you to modify your program at any time, with the option to retain or reset your progress.

Your Journey to Better Sleep Starts Now

Discover is more than just a feature - it's your personal guide to achieving your sleep goals. As part of Pillow Premium, it represents our commitment to helping you unlock the full potential of restorative sleep.

Ready to start your personalized sleep journey? Download Pillow today and begin your free trial of Pillow Premium to experience Discover. Your path to better sleep is just a tap away!

Unraveling the Mystery of Sleep Disruptions

Understanding the intricacies of sleep is pivotal for overall well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, a night of uninterrupted sleep has become a rarity for many. That’s where Pillow, your trusted sleep tracker app, steps in. With our latest feature, "Sleep Disruption Trends," we're taking sleep analysis to a new level.

Navigating the Waves of Nightly Interruptions

Sleep disruptions can be elusive yet significantly impact your sleep quality. Pillow's new trend metric in the Trends section provides invaluable insights into these nocturnal interruptions. This new feature goes beyond mere tracking; it offers a comprehensive understanding of how and when your sleep is disrupted.

Weekly Insights at Your Fingertips

Imagine having a clear weekly view of your sleep disturbances. This feature in Pillow does just that. It allows you to visualize the frequency of disruptions throughout the week, empowering you with data to recognize patterns and potential triggers.

Delving Deeper with Detailed Views

Tap into the weekly view, and you're presented with a detailed analysis. This view not only shows the number of disruptions but also their total duration. Whether you're looking at your sleep patterns weekly, monthly, or annually, this feature provides a detailed chronicle of your sleep health.

Connecting the Dots with Health Metrics

Pillow doesn't stop at tracking sleep disruptions. This premium feature also enables you to compare these trends with other health metrics like steps, weight, and caffeine intake. By correlating these data points, you can uncover hidden connections and take informed steps towards a healthier sleep routine.

How Disrupted is Your Sleep?

Pillow's "Sleep Disruption Trends" feature is a great new addition in the realm of understanding your sleep. By providing detailed insights into sleep disruptions and their potential correlations with other health metrics, this tool empowers users to take control of their sleep health.

Access to "Sleep Disruption Trends" is exclusive to Pillow Premium subscribers. This subscription opens the door to a world of advanced sleep tracking features, all designed to enhance your sleep quality and overall health.

Enhance your sleep experience by downloading Pillow today. Experience the difference in sleep tracking and analysis that only Pillow can provide. Visit our website at Pillow or find us on the App Store here.

Sleep tracking has become an essential part of many people's health routines, and Pillow stands out as a top choice for iPhone and Apple Watch users. A feature that a lot of users love is the ability to customize the app's icon. This not only adds a personal touch to your sleep tracker but also enhances your overall experience with the app.

Exclusively available to Pillow Premium subscribers, this feature allows you to choose from a growing collection of icons. These icons are thoughtfully designed to seamlessly blend with both the system's default icons and popular icon sets, ensuring a cohesive look on your device.

Pillow is committed to continually expanding its icon selection. We value user input and invite suggestions for new icons. Keep an eye out for updates, as we're always looking to add more options to personalize your app experience.

Don't miss out on this innovative feature. Join the community of satisfied Pillow users and start personalizing your sleep tracking experience today. Download Pillow from the App Store and dive into a world of customizable, intuitive sleep analysis.

Do you ever wonder how your nightly sleep adventure plays out? Understanding your sleep stages, from REM to Deep Sleep, is pivotal in enhancing the quality of your rest. While Apple recently launched sleep stage analysis for Apple Watch owners, we at Pillow have been pioneering this science for years. So why not offer the best of both worlds? With the latest update, Pillow now lets you choose between its proprietary sleep stage analysis algorithm and Apple's. All while still benefiting from the unique, high-value features exclusive to Pillow.

How to switch between Pillow and Apple's Sleep Stage Analysis

This valuable feature is tucked neatly under Pillow’s Settings on your iPhone. If you have an Apple Watch paired with your iPhone and watchOS 9 installed or later, Pillow's algorithm is selected by default for Automatic sleep tracking.

Which Sleep Stage Analysis one to choose?

We want to be clear: Pillow's sleep stage analysis algorithm is by far the algorithm that most users prefer. It’s highly sophisticated, focusing on REM, Light Sleep, and Deep Sleep stages and we have no intention of replacing it. Pillow's sleep stage analysis algorithm has been developed for years and we are glad so many users rely on it worldwide every night. Our decision to support Apple's algorithm was part of Pillow's goal to offer flexibility and support for various devices and sleep tracking methods. In fact you can switch between algorithms any time. What's more, after you switch, you can let Pillow re-detect past sleep sessions as long as you have worn your Apple Watch during sleep.

A Blend of the Best Features

Apple’s sleep stage analysis is a worthy contender. However, it lacks several of the powerful features you'll find when using Pillow for sleep monitoring. From editing, audio recording, Smart Wake-up, personalised insights, premium sleep aid content, sleep report notifications to additional metrics and insights, Pillow provides a comprehensive sleep analysis experience that you won’t find in Apple’s native Apple Health app.

Only for Automatic Sleep Tracking

Remember, the choice between Pillow's algorithm and Apple's is available only for Automatic sleep tracking. If you’re using manual tracking, Pillow's proprietary sleep stage analysis will always be used. You can switch between the two algorithms any time.

Why is this Important?

This new feature allows you to enjoy a more tailored sleep analysis experience. You can choose Apple’s sleep stages if you wish, but still benefit from Pillow’s great sleep tracking features. Explore all the features of Pillow on our homepage or download Pillow from the App Store to get started.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain deeper insights into your sleep stages and overall sleep health. Whether you prefer Pillow's sleep stage analysis or Apple’s, the choice is now yours. Download Pillow today to start enjoying a more personalized sleep monitoring experience.