Along with the release of iOS 13.2 for iPhone and iPad, Apple rolled out the same update for HomePod, bringing highly anticipated features like Handoff, support for multiple users, and Ambient Sounds.

You can scan the Billboard 100 from top to bottom and you won’t find a listing for the day’s chart-busting rain, ocean, and babbling brook sounds. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t listeners ...

Finding it hard to sleep? Need some noise in the room to help lull you to peaceful, restful slumber? Try an ambient noise machine, which can produce several different sounds to help get you on the ...

Background Sounds in Control Center plays ambient noises (16 options) to mask snoring and aid sleep. Ambient Music offers four playlists: Chill, Productivity, Sleep, Wellbeing. I use Productivity for ...

Many sleep experts recommend steering clear of screens before bed. They say the lights and sounds can distract you, but falling asleep without your trusty phone in hand can be just as annoying. This ...

If you find the sound of rain on your window soothing, then Rain Rain Sleep Sounds could be the perfect app for you. The app features over 100 endless sounds that are designed to lull you to sleep, ...

Some people can fall asleep despite distractions, while others need a little ambient noise to drift off. If you find yourself in the latter category, the best pink noise machines for sleep will ...

A good night's rest isn't always easy to come by, especially if you're a light sleeper who wakes up with even the faintest of sounds. Sound machines offer a solution for those who struggle to fall ...

Apps like Calm and Headspace offer guided meditations and mindfulness exercises. Podcasts such as "Sleep With Me," "Phoebe Reads a Mystery," and "Boring Books for Bedtime" feature sleep-inducing ...

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