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USA Today
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
📲 Viral TikTok finds: Shop an AI bed, nourishing bubble mask and more
Consider this your weekly guide to the internet's trendiest products across beauty, wellness, travel and beyond. Whenever the world feels like it's on fire, I bury myself even further into the digital world of TikTok—super healthy coping mechanism, I know! The platform is such a haven for shopping inspiration, whether it's a cute TikTok trend or a popular product that everyone can't stop talking about. I love that it offers a space for not only respite and creative relief, but also for cool product recommendations. As such: This week, the app has been brimming with so many trending products. From an AI-powered Eight Sleep bed that's loved by tech's most prominent innovators to a Bella Hadid-approved aperitif that'll help you embrace Italian summer vibes—even if you're just curled up at home—there's truly something for everyone to shop. To help guide you in the direction of your next favorite purchase, I've created a breakdown of this week's 5 most viral TikTok products, including explanations on why certain items are trending, what professional shoppers (like myself) really think about them and why they deserve a spot in your digital shopping cart. Keep reading to shop the TikTok-viral items below: Check out our TikTok Shop Shop this week's most viral TikTok products Lands' End Side Tie Mini Swim Dress Swimsuit Want something with a little more coverage? Try TikTok's latest product obsession: Swimsuit dresses. This Lands' End style comes in a variety of prints. $145 at Lands' End Forget skin-baring bikinis and cheeky thongs—this summer, it's all about the tankini and swimsuit dress. Many TikTok users have swapped their usual swimwear staples for more comfortable pieces that offer ample coverage—without skimping on style. Among the most viral: The Lands' End Tie Mini Dress Swimsuit. My verdict? My personal style can best be described as a mix between grandma-chic and a fairy—it's tame, classic and generally errs on the side of conservative as opposed to anything skimpy. Naturally, I'm all for this era of more covered (and comfortable) swimwear, and the variety of cute options from Lands' End makes me feel like I'm finally getting some representation in the swim category—at long last! Eight Sleep Pod 5 Ultra Hack your sleep routine with the help of Eight Sleep's best-selling Pod 5 Ultra—a smart mattress cover that relies on AI tracking to hone in on your optimal nighttime temperature. Shop at Eight Sleep When the world's top tech creators—not exactly a group associated with getting great sleep—all swear by one single mattress cover for improving their sleep quality, you can trust it's an effective product. Such is the case with the AI-powered Eight Sleep Pod 5 Ultra, which has received glowing endorsements from figures such as Bryan Johnson and Elon Musk My verdict? While I'm deeply weary about anything regarding AI, I have to admit—Eight Sleep's Pod mattress covers are beyond impressive and so useful for tracking more detailed sleep metrics. I can see why they've become a coveted tool of the world's most influential and if you're willing to splurge a little extra money, can confirm the tech is well worth the high price. Kin Euphorics High Rhode Non-Alcoholic Aperitif Make this citrus-flavored aperitif a staple at your next summer soirée or dinner party. It pairs beautifully with more savory dishes. $39 at Amazon The flavors of summer come to life in this Kin Euphorics Non-Alcoholic Aperitif that's designed to lift your spirits, support your wellness goals and satiate your appetite for a quality aperitif. Kin Euphorics was created by supermodel Bella Hadid, and TikTok users have dubbed the drinks a "summer staple." My verdict? Poolside aperitifs that'll give me a taste of the Italian coast—sans any lingering hangover? I'm already sold. Everyone say: Thank you, Bella Hadid! Holy Basil Bubble Deep Mask Mix this clay face mask with a little water and watch the solution bubble up into a carbonated consistency on your skin. $20 at Amazon $19.56 on TikTok I'm always looking to TikTok for more ways to innovate my skincare routine, and this Holy Basil Bubble Mask is known for doing just that—plus it's one of the app's most popular beauty products at the moment. Don't be fooled by the mask's clay-like consistency; once activated with water, the formula will create fluffy, carbonated bubbles on your face, which will work to deeply cleanse pores. My verdict? If this mask is half as effective as it is fascinating to look at in its peak-bubble form, it'll be a worthwhile buy. Self-Cleaning Cat Litter Box Amazon shoppers (and TikTok users alike) love this smart little box for its self-cleaning capabilities and dome shape, which helps to conceal any stinky scents better than standard litter boxes. $116 at Amazon Tired of cleaning your cat's litter box? Well with this quirky Self-Cleaning Litter Box, you can skip the pesky, even stinky chore and let this spaceship-like dome do all the heavy lifting (read: scooping) for you. My verdict? This viral litter box is modern, tech-powered and designed to elevate in the best way—is this like the cat version of an Eight Sleep mattress? Perhaps. And hey, if you're splurging on a new lifestyle essential for yourself (à la the above Pod 5 Ultra), might as well treat your cat to something a little more sophisticated, too. A post shared by USA TODAY Shopping (@usatodayshopping) There are a couple factors I take into consideration when narrowing down the best TikTok products on any given week, including: Which product categories are trending on TikTok? Is there an organic discourse surrounding individual items? Are there product reviews from shoppers that can support the hype surrounding a popular TikTok product? Understanding the functionality of an item—beyond just its virality—is critical in assessing its value, and I ensure that any products recommended here are also backed by USA Today Shopping editors, shoppers and boast no lower than a 4.0 average rating.
Tom's Guide
14-05-2025
- Health
- Tom's Guide
Eight Sleep launches world-first AI-powered smart mattress cover that knows when you're going to get sick — a first look at the cooling Pod 5 Ultra
Eight Sleep has unveiled its fifth generation smart bed system, calling it the first fully immersive sleep system powered by AI and real time biometric sensing that can actually predict illness. The Pod 5 Ultra starts at $5,849 at Eight Sleep from today. The new smart mattress cover upgrades the sleep tracking and thermal regulation features we know and love in the Eight Sleep Pod 4, currently our best smart bed of the year, and then some. New elements include a hydro-powered blanket and adjustable bed base offering cocoon temperature regulation, surround sound and zero-gravity elevation. Release date: May 2025Sizes: 4 (full, queen, king, Cal king)Warranty: 2 years (5 years with Enhanced subscription)Trial: 30 nights Eight Sleep take a more data-driven approach to sleep than most other brands behind the best mattresses we've tested and recommended this year, employing the latest technology to bring you better sleep and tracking. Matteo Franceschetti, co-founder and CEO of Eight Sleep, says: "Our goal is to transform your bedroom into a sleeping improvement machine." There are three models in the Pod 5 range — Core, Plus and Ultra. The Core is a makeover of the Pod 4, complete with the smart mattress cover and bedside control hub. The Plus includes the climate-control blanket too. The Pod 5 Ultra is the full sleep tech package comprising the smart mattress cover, hub, blanket and smart bed base. This model measures and responds to your movements, snoring and temperature through the night so you can cruise through essential sleep cycles undisturbed. The Pod 5 has been through clinical tests which suggest it can boost daytime energy levels by up to 34%, reduce nighttime awakenings and help you fall asleep up to 7 minutes faster, saving 3.5 hours of trying to fall asleep each month. Plus, 57% of participants in the clinical trials reported the blanket actually made it easier to wake up in the morning as it changes temperature in line with your natural circadian rhythm, so you feel more well-rested upon waking. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Essentially, this bed does everything technically possible to help you get deeper, better quality slumber and improved health outcomes, says Franceschetti. Here's everything you need to know about the Eight Sleep Pod 5... Eight Sleep Pod 5 Ultra: queen from $6,099 $5,849 at Eight SleepThe latest innovation from Eight Sleep is available with an introductory $250 discount. A queen will set you back $5,849 (down from $6,099). The Pod 5 Core (comparable with the previous Pod 4) is currently $150 off, taking a queen from $3,049 to $2,899. These are small savings (in comparison to the overall cost) but still the biggest discounts we tend to see from Eight Sleep. The Eight Sleep Pod 5 hit the market on Wednesday 14th May 2025. Building on the features of previous generations equates to an increase in cost. All models are available in queen, king and Cal king sizes, but only the Core comes in a full size. Here's the official launch prices of each size of the Pod 5 smart bed system... An Eight Sleep mattress sale has knocked $150, $200 and $250 off MSRP of the Pod 5 Core, Pod 5 Plus and Pod 5 Ultra respectively as a welcome deal. This means you can shop a queen size Pod 5 Ultra for $5,849 now. We'd like to say hold tight for even bigger discounts in the upcoming Memorial Day mattress sales, but we doubt they'll get better than this. Previously, Eight Sleep sales tended to range between just $50 and $150, making the current discount pretty good. Do note you'll have to budget for Eight Sleep's Autopilot subscription to access all features the Pod 5 has to offer. This will set you back at least $17 per month. While this may sound a large financial commitment, you will save elsewhere as you're getting a range of sleep gadgets in one and can forget bills for sleep headphones, wearable sleep trackers and bedroom fans with the Pod 5 Ultra. According to a CNET survey, which found Americans are willing to spend $78 per month ($936 per year) to improve their sleep quality, the Pod 5 is in budget (assuming it will last several years). Eight Sleep's Autopilot sleep tracker keeps tabs on your sleep architecture, cardiovascular recovery, overnight temperature and snoring habits. While the Pod 5 Ultra overhauls the existing sleep tracking, temperature control, adjustable positioning and snoring mitigation in the Pod 4 Ultra, it also packs three new key innovations including a hydro-powered blanket for enhanced cooling, a built-in sound system and a new set of AI-algorithms that are able to detect fever. Here's a breakdown of the new features on offer... Perhaps the most impressive feature of them all, the pod will be able to warn you when you're about to get sick. How will it do this? By reporting any anomalies in your heart rate and respiration. "Usually what you start seeing a few days before you get sick is your heart rate starts going up compared to your baseline, your HRV starts going down and respiration might be accelerated," says Franceschetti. The Eight Sleep algorithm kicks up on these nuances and alerts you via the app, where you also find your nightly sleep metrics. He adds that the Pod 5's new health check feature is "one of the biggest innovations from an AI perspective in health" and explains the dozens of sensors in the pod work like a doctor's statoscope "transformed to modern times and empowered by AI." Eight Sleep have always excelled at smart, personalised temperature regulation with their pods rivalling even the best cooling mattresses on the market thanks to dual-sided manual and automatic temperature regulation. Now, the new blanket offers 2x more temperature control compared to the Pod 4 Ultra, allowing you to wrap yourself up in your own controlled temperature bubble, which you can heat up or cool down according to your preferences. This makes easy work of reaching the best temperature for sleeping, regardless of whether you're a hot sleeper. Franceschetti explains: "This time we launch immersive temperature. Instead of having this temperature regulation only on your back, it will be top to bottom. There will be a thermo-regulated blanket that pairs with your cover, and you will be surrounded in this cocoon effect of amazing temperature. It doesn't matter if you like it cold or warm." The Pod 5 Ultra is also complete with surround sound speakers which play sleep sounds and a library of non-sleep deep rest sounds delivered by Stanford University neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman, which help you breathe, relax and eventually fall asleep. This is great news for the 38% of Americans who struggle to sleep in silence, according to findings from Talker Research. Franceschetti says: "I really like these soundscapes because my pod starts playing them before I go to my bedroom in the night. It's almost like I have a butler who prepares the bedroom for me."
