![]() While the vibrations and the technology behind it does have merit, I’m not sure how many people would spend $349 on it but as wellness wearables are on the rise, the Apollo Neuro could take off and appeal to a large audience.In the past, Sleep Experts sold mostly Serta, Simmons Beautyrest, and Kingsdown mattresses, but since the Mattress Firm ownership, they have begun to expand their offerings into other popular Mattress Firm offerings as well. I do question why people might want to buy the Apollo Neuro. I’d like the app to be a bit more analytical but as the Apollo Neuro isn’t a sleep tracker, it works fine to show you basic data like how consistent you’ve been. I think the app for the Apollo Neuro is the best part, as it’s clear, easy to schedule and is full of helpful information and suggestions. Having said that, the vibrations did help me rise easier, wind down and encourage me to fall asleep. ![]() The Apollo Neuro also disconnected or paused itself a few times which was quite annoying. ![]() Overall, I enjoyed the feel of the Apollo Neuro… when it worked! I found the device a bit flimsy and considering the price, I was surprised by how easily it came off and how quickly the battery ran out. (Image credit: Beth Girdler-Maslen / T3) Apollo Neuro review: Verdict The vibrations were light and made my alarm easier to wake up to. I set the Clear and Focused mode to start an hour before my alarm goes off so I could wake up more naturally. I enjoyed lying in bed with my eyes closed paying attention to the vibrations which helped me fall asleep easier during the two hour cycle. The Sleep and Renew had more intense and varied vibrations. The Relax and Unwind was enjoyable to have on while chilling out in the evening with subtle and comfortable vibrations. I found that these modes worked together nicely and succinctly to help me wind down in the evening and wake up refreshed in the morning. Wanting to focus on sleep, I scheduled the Relax and Unwind programme for 8pm, the Sleep and Renew programme for 10:15pm and the Clear and Focused programme for 6am. Persevering after that first hiccup, I put together a routine and scheduled everything in the app. However, once the device was actually working the vibrations felt comforting and relaxing. I also tried it on my wrist and ankle and found that the strap undid itself quite easily. I didn’t touch the device or the app and they didn’t disconnect from each other. My first night trying the Apollo Neuro didn’t get off to the best start! I put it on a sleep cycle and it paused itself 30 minutes in. Through soothing, gentle waves of vibration, the Apollo wearable helps your body relax and reduces the feelings of stress, putting you into a state that allows you to have more control over how you want to feel.” The brand also recommends that you wear the Apollo Neuro for 3 hours a day, 5 days a week to feel the effects from the non-invasive touch therapy. So, what does the Apollo Neuro actually do? As quoted from the brand, the Apollo Neuro “was developed by neuroscientists and physicians for better sleep, more energy, relaxation and focus. (Image credit: Beth Girdler-Maslen / T3) Apollo Neuro review: Usability The Profile section of the app shows you your progress, minutes used, streak and badges. The app will also offer suggestions on what to schedule and when. The Schedule section is where you can select different modes for the morning, evening and night for stress, rest and relaxation. The app’s homepage shows how much battery the Apollo Neuro has and the available programmes, including Energy and Wake Up, Social and Open, Clear and Focused, and more. To use the Apollo Neuro, you need to download its app. Wearing the Apollo Neuro as a watch is comfortable but I’d have to say that the whole device feels a little flimsy and it fell off my wrist a few times while I was wearing it. I used the Apollo Neuro with the strap attachment which is made of neoprene material with polyester overlays. In between the buttons is a light that will flash blue, red or green to indicate use, charging and low battery. When pressed together, you can play or pause the Apollo Neuro. The buttons are small and easy to use, with the dotted button increasing the intensity and the other decreasing the vibrations. On one side of the Apollo Neuro are two buttons, one with a raised dot and one without. Looking at the Apollo Neuro, it has a simple design that’s similar to the best smartwatches… except it doesn’t have a face! The main device is petite and sits comfortably against the skin – this is what delivers the vibrations. (Image credit: Beth Girdler-Maslen / T3) Apollo Neuro review: Design & app
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