Somnee Unveils Next-Generation AI-Powered Sleep Headband to Revolutionize Rest and Recovery
In a groundbreaking move to tackle the global sleep crisis, Somnee, the award-winning pioneer in AI-driven sleep technology, has launched its second-generation smart sleep headband. Designed with cutting-edge neurotechnology and advanced AI capabilities, this next-gen device offers users deeper, faster sleep and optimized recovery for peak cognitive performance. Backed by renowned sleep expert Dr. Matt Walker, PhD, and developed in collaboration with scientists from the University of California, Berkeley, Somnee is redefining sleep solutions with its closed-loop system that actively tracks, analyzes, and enhances sleep quality.
Addressing the Global Sleep Epidemic
Poor sleep affects nearly one in three adults worldwide, contributing to a host of issues ranging from diminished cognitive function to chronic health conditions. Somnee’s mission is to combat this growing epidemic by providing a targeted, science-backed solution. The second-generation headband builds on the success of its predecessor, incorporating clinical-grade sensors, proprietary AI algorithms, and an enhanced user experience to deliver unparalleled sleep support.
“The second-generation Somnee represents a revolutionary leap forward in sleep technology,” said Tim Rosa, CEO of Somnee. “We’ve taken insights from our passionate Gen 1 community and rigorous testing with elite athletes, including select NBA teams, to create the most advanced AI-powered sleep wearable on the market. This isn’t just an upgrade—it’s a new standard for how we approach sleep.”
A Smarter, More Comfortable Design
The new Somnee headband has been meticulously redesigned with comfort and usability in mind. Its pillowy-soft construction adapts seamlessly to any sleeping position, ensuring all-night wearability without discomfort. Key features include:
- Expanded Sleep Tracking: Utilizing electroencephalogram (EEG+) sensors and proprietary AI/ML technology, the headband provides lab-grade monitoring of sleep stages and delivers personalized neurostimulation to enhance sleep quality.
- Bone Conduction Speakers: These innovative speakers provide an intimate, immersive listening experience without disturbing others. Curated meditative audio sessions created by Dr. Matt Walker help users relax and drift off effortlessly.
- Phone-Free Experience: For those looking to reduce screen time before bed, the headband now allows users to launch sessions entirely phone-free with the click of a button—a feature designed to minimize blue light exposure and promote better pre-sleep routines.
- Nap & DriftBack Sessions: Whether you’re taking a power nap, working night shifts, or struggling with middle-of-the-night wakeups, Somnee’s tailored sessions are designed to help you fall back asleep in half the time.
Enhanced App and Personalized Insights
Complementing the hardware is Somnee’s revamped companion app, which offers a streamlined setup process, crisp personalization tracking, and actionable insights based on individual sleep patterns. Users can also access lab-grade reports and log key sleep health indicators using Dr. Matt Walker’s Sleep Journal—a tool inspired by the same qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods used in professional sleep studies.
At the heart of the system lies Somnee SmartSleep AI, which leverages next-gen algorithms to enable real-time brain mapping, personalized interventions, and continuous improvements in sleep quality. Additionally, Somnee plans to introduce its API in 2026, opening doors for researchers, clinicians, and enterprises to integrate this groundbreaking technology into their workflows.
Field-Tested and Endorsed by Elite Athletes
Somnee’s second-generation headband has undergone rigorous testing at the highest levels of sport, including trials with elite triathletes and select NBA teams. As part of the 2025 NBA Launchpad program, which advances next-generation technologies for athlete health and performance, Somnee has garnered positive feedback and validation from the league. In a significant vote of confidence, the NBA has joined as an equity partner alongside investors like Khosla Ventures and TIME Ventures.
“Decades of research have shown that sleep is foundational to brain function, emotional stability, immune health, and longevity,” said Dr. Matt Walker. “With the new Somnee, we’ve translated the latest neuroscience into wearable technology that doesn’t just track sleep—it actively restores it. This marks a meaningful step toward scalable, non-pharmacological solutions for improving sleep quality globally.”
Partnerships Driving Innovation
Somnee is already making waves through strategic partnerships with industry leaders. The Equinox Hotel, known for its luxury wellness offerings, will offer Somnee as part of its guest experience. Additionally, Somnee is collaborating with Superpower to deliver the world’s first “closed-loop” sleep optimization program, combining blood biomarker insights with Somnee’s neurotechnology to provide a holistic approach to sleep improvement.
Transforming Sleep for Everyone
Whether you’re a high performer seeking optimal recovery, a wellness enthusiast prioritizing self-care, or someone battling restless nights, Somnee’s second-generation headband offers a transformative solution. By merging clinical precision with user-centric design, Somnee is setting a new benchmark in sleep technology—one that empowers individuals to rest better, recover fully, and live more vibrantly.
“This isn’t just about sleep,” added Rosa. “It’s about changing lives. With Somnee, we’re helping people reclaim their nights so they can thrive during the day. Sleep more, to live more—that’s our vision for the future.”
As Somnee continues to innovate and expand its reach, it stands poised to become the gold standard in sleep optimization, offering a scalable, accessible solution to address the global sleep-loss epidemic.
About Somnee
Somnee is on a mission to transform sleep and neurological health while fundamentally improving the human experience. The Somnee Smart Sleep headband combines clinically validated neuroscience and award-winning AI-powered neurotechnology to enhance the brain’s optimal sleep signals naturally and has been proven to help people fall asleep faster, reduce nighttime awakenings, and improve overall deep sleep quality. Somnee won Fast Company’s “Next Big Thing in Tech” award, and multiple sleep innovation and tech awards from GQ, Men’s Journal, and Esquire for Best Sleep Technology. Additionally, Somnee has been included in the prestigious 2025 NBA Launchpad and is the recommended sleep aid by over 1,500 clinicians.
Somnee was co-founded by world-leading neuroscientists, including Dr. Matthew Walker, Ph.D., author of New York Times bestseller Why We Sleep and Director of UC Berkeley’s Center of Human Sleep Science; Dr. Robert Knight, M.D., Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at UC Berkeley; and ex-Fitbit executive, Tim Rosa, who leads as CEO. The Somnee team has spent decades pioneering sleep research, brain health, wearables, and personalized non-invasive neurostimulation applications. Sleep is one of the most critical functions of the brain, and Somnee’s deep understanding of the neuroscience of sleep uniquely positions it to help solve the sleep health epidemic.
