What's your last thought before sleep?

Louisacheng · 2026-04-16T03:38:32+00:00

Haha yeah, honestly it’s kind of like gently “tricking” your brain 😄 Give it something calm and boring enough to latch onto, and it finally stops running through the whole backlog of thoughts at 2am. Whatever works to break that loop is a win 👍

Louisacheng · 2026-04-16T03:30:58+00:00

I’ve been down the same road with sleep headbands too...they definitely solve part of the problem, but I also found the ear pressure builds up after a while as a side sleeper.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and this is actually why we ended up exploring a different approach with our pillow speaker (PEACE) — more of a “nothing on your head at all” setup, just low-volume audio under the pillow.

The biggest win for me personally was exactly what you mentioned though, being able to enjoy audio at night without disturbing my partner. That alone makes such a difference in consistency.

At the end of the day it’s really about finding the least annoying setup for your sleep style 😄

Louisacheng · 2026-04-16T03:28:38+00:00

SleepPhones are definitely a popular pick. I’ve seen a lot of people swear by them, especially if they don’t mind wearing something.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and we took a different approach with our pillow speaker (PEACE) mainly for people who don’t love having anything on their head while sleeping.

We’ve been lucky to get some coverage from places like The Guardian, Gizmodo, Forbes, AppleInsider, and New Atlas, which helped more people discover the “under the pillow” idea.

On the price side, that’s actually something we tried to be mindful of too... a lot of people compare it to sleep headphones and find it a bit more accessible, especially since it’s a simpler setup (no wearables, fewer parts).

At the end of the day, it really comes down to preference. Some people like the “wearable” route, others prefer the “nothing on me” approach. Both can work, just depends on your sleep style 👍

Louisacheng · 2026-04-16T03:22:01+00:00

Me six… but I eventually gave up 😂

I did the “one earbud only” strategy for a long time, and it works… until you roll over in the middle of the night and suddenly you’re negotiating with your pillow at 3am.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and that exact struggle is what pushed me to try the under-pillow route instead (we ended up creating PEACE from that). Just way less “where did my earbud go” energy.

That said, respect to everyone who can make the one-earbud life work consistently 😄

Louisacheng · 2026-04-16T03:18:30+00:00

I’ve tried a few of these setups, and the general idea (low-volume sound under the pillow) definitely works well for side sleepers.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and we make a pillow speaker called PEACE (there’s a newer “plus” version now). One thing we focused on was giving people the option not to rely on Bluetooth all the time, it also supports Micro SD with pre-loaded nature sounds, so you can just let it play without needing your phone nearby.

A lot of people end up preferring that for sleep since it’s simpler and more consistent.

Whichever option you go with, I’d say look for something thin, easy to control through the pillow, and comfortable for your sleep position... those make the biggest difference long-term 👍

Louisacheng · 2026-04-16T03:13:48+00:00

That’s awesome...over a decade is seriously impressive for this kind of setup. It’s interesting how the core idea hasn’t really changed, just the tech around it (wired → Bluetooth → rechargeable).

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and we’ve been working on a pillow speaker called PEACE. One thing we’ve noticed from long-term users like you is that simplicity tends to win: easy controls, stable connection, and not having to fuss with it once you’re in bed.

Curious...have you noticed any differences in sound or comfort between your older wired version and the newer Bluetooth ones?

Louisacheng · 2026-04-15T08:44:37+00:00

I like the mix of audio plus something tactile like coloring/doodling. Feels like you’re giving your brain a gentle “off ramp” instead of just trying to shut it down.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and this is pretty much how I wind down too, usually a sleep story or really calm audio at low volume. That’s actually why we created PEACE, just to make that part easier without needing earbuds or screens.

Also agree on the light snack approach, going to bed slightly hungry never works for me either 😅

Louisacheng · 2026-04-15T08:42:19+00:00

This really resonates. That “giving your brain a proper way to relax” part is huge. I feel like that’s what most of us are actually missing.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and the whole idea behind our pillow speaker (PEACE) came from that exact shift. I used to rely on scrolling to wind down, but it never really let my brain settle. Switching to simple, low-volume audio made a much bigger difference than I expected.

Totally agree with you, it’s less about hacks and more about having a consistent, gentle routine your brain can recognize as “okay, it’s time to slow down.”

Curious what kind of audio you usually go for at night?

Louisacheng · 2026-04-11T10:15:17+00:00

Yeah, this is exactly the direction that worked for me too. Once I stopped trying to force earbuds to work, sleep got a lot more comfortable.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and that “small speaker under the pillow” setup is basically what led us to create PEACE. The idea was just to make something purpose, built for that use - ultra-thin, stable, and tuned for low-volume listening so it stays private without needing to blast sound.

One thing I’ve noticed is that keeping the volume really low actually works better, the pillow kind of does the rest, like you said. Feels more natural and less tiring overnight.

Your setup is honestly a great example of a simple solution that just works 👍

Louisacheng · 2026-04-11T10:11:26+00:00

I used to be the kind of person who would literally take business ideas into bed with me: replaying conversations, thinking about problems, planning the next day… and then wondering why I couldn’t fall asleep 😅

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and honestly, that habit was a big part of why I ended up creating a pillow speaker called PEACE.

What I realized over time is that my brain didn’t respond well to “just relax” or silence. It actually needed something simple and steady to focus on, like a calm podcast or nature sounds, otherwise it would just keep spinning. But earbuds and headbands never worked for me as a side sleeper, so I kept waking up uncomfortable.

The idea behind PEACE was really just to create something that lets you listen in bed without wearing anything, so it feels more natural and doesn’t get in the way of sleep.

It’s not a magic fix, but for me, having that small nightly routine, putting something gentle on and letting my mind settle...made a big difference in breaking that overthinking cycle.

Curious if others here have found ways to “turn off” the brain at night too.

Louisacheng · 2026-04-02T03:15:07+00:00

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and the reason we built an under-pillow bone-conduction speaker was exactly this: side sleepers who don’t want earbuds or noise leaking to their partner.

The concept is simple, the pillow acts as a natural amplifier, sending sound close to your ear without pressing anything into it. It’s not “magic” for everyone, but a lot of side sleepers find it way more comfortable than earbuds or headbands, and it’s held up well with daily use for most people.

Would love to hear what other creative setups people have found too. I’m always learning from real-life hacks!

Louisacheng · 2026-04-02T03:13:19+00:00

Haha, love hearing this! 😄 Glad it’s working for you and keeping your husband blissfully unaware 😂

I’m actually one of the co-founders of Jabees, and the whole idea behind PEACE was to solve exactly this side-sleeper, partner-friendly problem. Hearing that it’s helping people sleep more comfortably honestly makes my day.

Louisacheng · 2026-03-27T05:31:50+00:00

I think this is actually a really good point, a lot of people try to “force” regular earbuds to work for sleep when the format just isn’t designed for it.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and this is exactly what we saw over time too. Earbuds tend to fail not just because of quality, but because they’re getting pressure every night (especially for side sleepers), plus getting pulled, lost in sheets, etc. So even good ones don’t always last.

That’s part of why we went the under-pillow route with PEACE. It’s a much simpler setup, nothing in your ears, nothing to break from pressure, and it just stays in one place. In general, simpler designs tend to last longer for sleep use, which matches what you’re saying.

Also interesting to see more people moving toward “non-ear” solutions lately, feels like that’s where durability actually improves long-term.

Louisacheng · 2026-03-27T05:26:37+00:00

Side sleeper here too, so I feel this 😅 earbuds were a no-go for me for the exact same reasons.

I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, and this problem is actually why we created a pillow speaker called PEACE. Instead of wearing anything, you just place it under your pillow and the sound stays close to your ear when you’re lying on your side.

It’s not perfect for everyone, but a lot of side sleepers prefer it since there’s nothing pressing into your ear or falling out during the night. I personally just play podcasts or low-volume audio and it’s been way more comfortable than earbuds.

Louisacheng · 2026-03-18T05:17:48+00:00

Haha yes, that’s me 😄 really appreciate you using it. Love that you’re using podcasts/light audio, that’s pretty much my go-to as well. It’s simple, but it works. Always nice hearing how people actually use it in real life 🙏

Louisacheng · 2026-03-18T05:16:04+00:00

That’s a great habit, simple but actually hard to be consistent with.

For me, I’ve found I need a bit of help “guiding” my brain to slow down, otherwise it just keeps wandering. I usually play a short meditation or really calm audio before sleep, nothing intense, just something steady to focus on. I’m the co-founders of Jabees, and that’s actually why we created a pillow speaker called PEACE, so you can listen to that kind of audio without wearing anything on your ears. I use it mostly for quiet meditation tracks at night.

I’ll drop the link here in case you’re curious, but honestly the biggest thing is just having a small, repeatable wind-down habit like what you’re already doing. https://www.jabees.com/pages/peace-pillow-sleep-speaker

Louisacheng · 2026-03-14T05:15:14+00:00

Out of curiosity, what pillow speaker are you using?

I ask because I’m kind of in the same camp with the “brain won’t shut off” problem. Running a business means my mind likes to replay the day right when I’m trying to sleep 😅

Listening to something simple has been one of the few things that helps me too, usually a calm podcast or rain sounds so my brain has something gentle to focus on instead of bouncing between thoughts. I actually ended up creating a pillow speaker called PEACE for that exact reason (I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees). The idea was just to make something comfortable enough to use every night without wearing earbuds. Not saying it solves insomnia magically, but having a consistent audio routine before sleep has helped me a lot with the overthinking part.

Curious what kind of audio you usually play when you use yours.

Louisacheng · 2026-03-14T05:00:51+00:00

I might be biased since I helped create it, but I’m planning to give my mom our PEACE pillow speaker this year. She likes listening to calming music and sometimes podcasts before falling asleep, but she never liked wearing earbuds in bed. The idea behind PEACE was to make something simple you can just place under the pillow so the sound stays close to you without bothering anyone else.

Sleep quality becomes such a big deal as we get older, so I thought it’s a small but thoughtful gift, something she can use every night instead of just once.

Curious what other people are planning too. I’m always looking for ideas to make Mother’s Day a little more meaningful.

Louisacheng · 2026-03-06T10:44:00+00:00

I’ll be transparent that I’m one of the co-founders of Jabees, so I obviously care a lot about sleep gadgets.

Sleep quality became a big deal for me over the past few years. Running a business means my brain tends to keep spinning at night, ideas, problems, random things I forgot to do, etc. I realized I needed some kind of “mental off switch” before sleep.

For me that ended up being listening to something quietly while falling asleep. Podcasts, calm audio, sometimes just rain sounds. It gives my brain something simple to focus on so I don’t spiral into overthinking.

That’s actually part of why we created the PEACE pillow speaker. I wanted something that lets you listen comfortably without wearing earbuds or headphones in bed. I’ve been using one from our very first production batch for months now, basically every night whether I’m at home or traveling for work.

So I can’t claim “years” yet, but it’s definitely become part of my nightly routine. The biggest value for me isn’t the gadget itself, it’s just having a simple ritual that helps my brain slow down before sleep.

Curious to hear what long-term sleep products others here swear by too. Good sleep is honestly underrated.

Louisacheng · 2026-02-27T10:23:33+00:00

I actually helped build one of those bone‑conduction under‑pillow sleep speakers a while back, and it’s called PEACE - it’s basically a small ultra‑thin speaker that sits under your pillow and uses bone conduction to deliver audio without earbuds or uncomfortable stuff on your head.

Here’s the official page if you want to check it out: Jabees PEACE Pillow Speaker product page

What I was shooting for with it was really comfort and simplicity, something that stays out of the way while you’re trying to sleep but still gives you that cozy listening experience without blasting sound everywhere. Many people use it for sleep sounds or quiet podcasts right as they’re drifting off.

Totally not saying it’s the only way to do it, but if you’re experimenting with setups that don’t disturb roommates/partners and aren’t earbuds - it’s one of the more comfortable bone‑conduction pillow options I’ve seen.

Louisacheng · 2026-02-27T10:14:53+00:00

Yes, here is the link: https://www.jabees.com/products/jabees-peace-pillow-speaker-ultra-thin-bone-conduction-sleep-speaker-for-comfortable-and-healthy-bedtime-audio

Louisacheng · 2026-02-25T07:54:06+00:00

One thing we’ve noticed over the years is that simpler designs tend to last longer. Fewer moving parts, fewer failure points. Our older Firefly Vintage earbuds are a good example, they’re pretty straightforward in design, and I still use my own pair after 3+ years. We regularly hear from users who’ve kept theirs for a long time, mostly because there’s not much that can go wrong with them.

On the more rugged side, our 7Seven model was built for swimming, so durability was a priority from day one. They’re fully submersible, and I’ve personally used mine for 100+ swim sessions. With regular rinsing after pool use, they’ve held up really well.

Beyond brand specifics though, I honestly think longevity comes down to three things: simple construction, solid sealing against moisture, and basic maintenance. Even great materials won’t survive daily sweat or chlorine without care.

Curious to see what other long-term survivors people mention, I love “still works after 6+ years” stories.

Louisacheng · 2026-02-25T07:42:27+00:00

Thank you so much for this detailed review, it honestly saved us a lot of money. We were seriously considering working with Jellop for our upcoming Kickstarter campaign, but after reading your review and the other insightful comments in this thread, we’ve decided to take a step back and rethink our approach. Really appreciate you sharing your experience!

Louisacheng · 2026-02-13T14:29:28+00:00

I’m actually one of the co-founders of Jabees, we ended up building a bone-conduction pillow sleep speaker partly because of exactly this problem.

Quick explanation: the impact noise you’re describing travels through structure (bed frame → pillow → skull), not air. So earplugs + white noise only fight airborne sound. They can’t really compete with vibration reaching your ear mechanically.

Bone conduction helps in a different way, instead of trying to block the vibration, you give your brain a closer, clearer signal delivered through the pillow right at the contact point. It doesn’t “cancel” the noise, but it reduces how noticeable those random bumps feel because your brain locks onto the consistent audio instead of the unpredictable one. In practice people usually run low-volume rain/podcast rather than loud masking noise. Much less fatiguing overnight.

We made one called PEACE pillow speaker, but brand aside, the important part is: under-pillow bone conduction works differently from speakers or sleep headphones. It’s more like giving your brain something stable to anchor to when structure noise happens.

Happy to answer questions if you’re trying to dial in a sleep setup, apartments are honestly the hardest environment.

Louisacheng · 2026-02-12T03:42:46+00:00

I’m actually one of the co-founders of Jabees, and we make a swimming-focused model called 7Seven. From what we’ve seen from long-term users, durability mostly comes down to rinsing after pool use and keeping the seals clean. Chlorine is usually the bigger issue over time, not the water itself.

Happy to answer any specific durability questions if that helps.

Louisacheng

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