Key Takeaways
1. Therabody’s SmartGoggles (2nd Gen) are designed for eye therapy, helping to reduce stress, digital eye strain, and headaches, priced at $199 USD (£175 GBP).
2. The goggles feature a biometric sensor that adjusts vibrations and massage patterns in real-time based on the user’s heart rate, promoting relaxation.
3. Users can choose from three customizable modes and access guided audio content through the Therabody app, enhancing the relaxation experience.
4. Reviews indicate positive user experiences, with many reporting reduced stress and improved sleep quality, though some noted noise during use.
5. The second-generation model is 30% lighter than the original, offers better blackout coverage, and is available for purchase on the Therabody website and select retailers.
Therabody has launched the second version of its SmartGoggles, a device meant for eye therapy that helps reduce stress, digital eye strain, and headaches. Priced at $199 USD (or £175 GBP in the UK), this new model integrates heat, vibration, and compression, adjusting in real-time according to the user’s heart rate, providing a personalized relaxation session.
Innovative Features
The latest SmartGoggles come with a built-in biometric sensor that modifies the vibrations and massage patterns instantly, depending on the user’s heart rate. Therabody claims this advancement helps gently steer the body into a “rest and digest” state, which is the opposite of the stress-induced fight-or-flight response.
According to Dr. Jason Wersland, the founder of Therabody, “We aimed for SmartGoggles to offer more than just eye relaxation. We sought to align the device’s rhythm with the user’s own.” He further explained that by responding to heart rate changes, the goggles create a feedback loop that encourages calm at a physiological level.
Customizable Modes and Content
The device includes three preset modes—SmartRelax, Headache & Eye Strain, and Sleep—that users can tweak through the Therabody app. Additionally, users can enjoy guided audio content from the TheraMind library, featuring meditations, ambient soundtracks, and tracks aimed at enhancing sleep.
An investigation carried out by SleepScore Labs revealed that 82% of participants felt less stressed with regular use, and 71% reported lower anxiety levels. Some users also noted better sleep quality after using the device (SleepScore Labs).
User Experiences
Reviews from users have mostly been positive. Wired reviewer Medea Giordano mentioned, “While using them for a headache, it did help reduce pain. For severe headaches, the relief didn’t last beyond the session, but during those 30 minutes, I was in bliss.” Another user on Reddit commented, “They hold so much promise, but they do make a rattling noise while in use. Not exactly relaxing.”
The design of the SmartGoggles is soft and contoured, with an adjustable head strap for comfort during long sessions. They feature a rechargeable USB-C battery that allows for multiple uses on a single charge. Therabody’s press release states that this second-generation model is 30% lighter than the original and provides enhanced blackout coverage for greater relaxation.
Availability
You can purchase Therabody’s SmartGoggles (2nd Gen) now through the official Therabody website or at select retailers like Amazon, Target, and the Therabody EU store.
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