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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
David Phelan

I tested Eight Sleep’s Pod 6 for a month before anyone else – and I’ve never slept better

Two people who share a bed can choose different temperatures - (David Phelan/The Independent)

Sleep is crucial, we know. Wake up feeling rested and you’re ready to face the world. So, when a gadget claims to be able to help you sleep, I’m interested.

Eight Sleep is the company behind a series of devices called Pod. Essentially this is a mattress topper and hub that can help to adjust your core temperature, with the aim of improving your sleep. Until now, the latest model was the Pod 5, but the company has just released Pod 6, a system with a hub that will fit under the bed for the first time. It promises improved performance, more sensors and a lower starting price.

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