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Founders Update #71

Founders Update #71

Beta is live, customers are coming online, and we’re learning a lot.

September 25, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #70

Founders Update #70

We've shipped masks to all 500 Beta customers. In fact, some of them have already started using Bía.

September 11, 2026 3 min read

Founders Update #69

Founders Update #69

Michael here! We’ve received a lot of helpful feedback that we need to zoom out more and explain the process behind each milestone.

August 28, 2026 3 min read

Founders Update #68

Founders Update #68

Right now, we’re working through the first large-scale shipment of Beta units into the United States.

August 14, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #67

Founders Update #67

Currently, we have 10 Beta customers actively sleeping with their Bía Sleep Mask and the early signs are exciting!

July 31, 2026 1 min read

Founders Update #66

Founders Update #66

The first set of Beta units have officially started rolling off the assembly line.

July 17, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #65

Founders Update #65

This week, we want to give you a "peak behind the curtain" so you can see firsthand what we've been building.

July 03, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #64

Founders Update #64

This week, we want to give you a "peak behind the curtain" so you can see firsthand what we've been building.

June 19, 2026 1 min read

Founders Update #63

Founders Update #63

That’s getting easier every day.

May 29, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #62

Founders Update #62

Our stability testing is now complete and we've resumed Beta production.

May 22, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #61

Founders Update #61

Our stability testing is now complete and we've resumed Beta production.

May 08, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #60

Founders Update #60

We’ve been on the ground at the factory for the past three weeks, working side by side with our manufacturing partners. The good news is... all these long days are paying off!

April 24, 2026 1 min read

Founders Update #59

Founders Update #59

In two weeks, we’re back on the production line and this time the entire team is coming with us to accelerate progress. We’ll be testing every unit before it ships to our Beta customers. For those of you on the Beta waitlist, you'll be hearing from us before the end of April

April 10, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #58

Founders Update #58

In two weeks, we’re back on the production line and this time the entire team is coming with us to accelerate progress. We’ll be testing every unit before it ships to our Beta customers. For those of you on the Beta waitlist, you'll be hearing from us before the end of April

March 27, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #57

Founders Update #57

While we continue pushing forward on production, we wanted to share something that many of you have found incredibly helpful: The Bía Sleep Quiz.

March 13, 2026 1 min read

Founders Update #56

Founders Update #56

Michael here! Before we jump into the production update I want to take a moment to share some great news:

February 27, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #55

Founders Update #55

Michael here with a short update this week

February 13, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #54

Founders Update #54

Michael here with a big update! Today, we're launching the Account Page.

January 30, 2026 3 min read

Founders Update #53

Founders Update #53

Michael here with an exciting production update! This week we're diving into the details on our timelines for production We're excited about our progress, and we can't wait to get Bía into your hands.

January 16, 2026 2 min read

Founders Update #52

Founders Update #52

We’re entering a new chapter at Bía and as we prepare for the next phase in our development, we have something special to share.

December 26, 2025 3 min read

Founders Update #51

Founders Update #51

We’re entering a new chapter at Bía and as we prepare for the next phase in our development, we have something special to share.

December 12, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #50

Founders Update #50

Michael here! Today’s update is a big one. We just released a video marking a major milestone: we’re announcing delivery timelines.

November 28, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #49

Founders Update #49

Michael here! It’s been a busy week at Bía, and I’ve got some exciting news to share.

November 14, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #48

Founders Update #48

Michael here! I’m back from visiting our manufacturing partners for the full month of October. Andrew’s still overseas, working closely with our team as we push through the final stage before certification.

October 31, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #47

Founders Update #47

Michael here with an exciting update! Right now, I’m overseas visiting our manufacturing partners and making sure we’re staying on track. There’s nothing like being on the factory floor, hands-on with the equipment, and up close working on Bía

October 17, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #46

Founders Update #46

Michael here with the latest from Bía.

October 03, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #45

Founders Update #45

Michael here! Thank you for all the incredible feedback in our recent survey. Let's talk about it.

September 19, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #44

Founders Update #44

Michael here! It's been a while since I’ve asked this...

September 05, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #43

Founders Update #43

Last week, one of our advisors asked, "What's the hardest part about building Bía right now" and I had an immediate answer: Orchestrating 100s of components across tens of manufacturers to arrive ready to go on the same day.

August 22, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #42

Founders Update #42

We’re on the edge of some great reveals. Right now we have a a lot of tasks sitting at 95%, and rather than send you half-finished news, I’m holding off until everything is locked in and ready to share.

August 08, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #41

Founders Update #41

Michael here with a big update! It's time to talk about the insights we learned through Beta Phase #1 and reveal the changes we're making to make sure the Bía you recieve is comfortable, stays on all night, and works for everyone.

July 25, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #40

Founders Update #40

Michael here! Big news: we're hiring! But first, a quick look behind the scenes at how we're building Bía.

July 11, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #39

Founders Update #39

Michael here! We've been working long hours with our industrial design teams to come up with innovative ways to solve all the Beta feedback. Once the new designs are 100% finalized, I’ll send out a detailed breakdown. While that's in progress, let's review a few big wins and key learnings from the past two weeks.

June 20, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #38

Founders Update #38

Michael here! Today marks the closing of Beta Phase One, and I'm thrilled to share a snapshot of what we've learned and what's coming next.

June 06, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #37

Founders Update #37

Michael here! It’s been a huge week at Bía. This update will be short and sweet, but trust me, it's impactful. Check out the video below. I'll be back with a bigger, deeper update in two weeks.

May 16, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #36

Founders Update #36

Michael here! I have awesome news to share this week.

May 02, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #35

Founders Update #35

Michael here! Over the last two weeks Andrew has been visiting our manufacturers and making sure Beta is assembled properly before it's shipped to customers.

April 25, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #34

Founders Update #34

Michael here! The past two weeks have been special. For the first time in a long time, we brought the whole Bía team together—in person—for a two-week hack-a-thon in Vancouver.

April 11, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #33

Founders Update #33

Michael here! Today we're focusing on the Travel Case plans + the delivery of the first phase of Beta.

March 28, 2025 3 min read

Founders Update #32

Founders Update #32

Michael here! What a journey... Over the last two weeks we had our Austin customers along with 300 others take their very first nap with the Bía Sleep Mask and the feedback was amazing. Take a look...

March 14, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #31

Founders Update #31

Michael here! Everything is continuing as expected right now for timelines. In the immediate update, Andrew and I will be travelling next week to the SXSW conference in Austin, TX. As many of you already know, we handle every customer interaction including email, social comments, and phone calls ourselves. During our time at SXSW it may take an extra day or two to get back to you.

February 28, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #30

Founders Update #30

Michael here! Today we have a very special announcement! You WON'T want to miss this...

February 14, 2025 3 min read

Founders Update #29

Founders Update #29

Michael here with a quick update that includes an absolutely thrilling spoiler!

January 31, 2025 2 min read

Founders Update #28

Founders Update #28

Michael here! I hope your 2025 has been off to a great start! We're approaching a holiday shutdown in Asia and many of our suppliers have slowed production. No big concerns here, we planned for this, and we have lots of work to do in the meantime - it just means production news will be slower. Over the next couple of weeks, Andrew and I will take photos and videos of the latest Bía sample so we can walk you through the design and some of our decisions.

January 17, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #27

Founders Update #27

Michael here! This week we'll be attending the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas as attendees. If you happen to see me walking around the show, feel free to say hi!

January 03, 2025 1 min read

Founders Update #26

Founders Update #26

Michael here, and we have HUGE news: 1. Samples have arrived and have exceeded expectations! 2. Since we hit this milestone, we are increasing the price. We are so so happy. This is a big step forward and we are working harder than ever to get these out to you. Before I jump in, here is a quick photo of me testing the mask

December 20, 2024 2 min read

Founders Update #25

Founders Update #25

Michael here - we're hiring! If you're a mobile app engineer with a background in iOS and Flutter we welcome you to apply to work with us. Perks include a 4-day work week, share options, 4+ weeks vacation, and more. https://getbia.com/careers Let’s rock the world to sleep!

November 29, 2024 2 min read

Founders Update #24

Founders Update #24

Michael here - while our manufacturers are busy producing samples, we'd love to get your feedback on what makes a great charging cable and adapter. Today, we'd like to focus on Bìa's accessories.

November 15, 2024 2 min read

Founders Update #23

Founders Update #23

Michael here with a short update this week. We have good news around timelines and good news around passing certifications.

November 01, 2024 1 min read

Founders Update #22

Founders Update #22

Michael here with a quick update this week!

October 18, 2024 2 min read

Founders Update #21

Founders Update #21

Michael here! Today I would like to dive into one of our most innovative features: The Sleep Journal.

October 04, 2024 2 min read

Founders Update #20

Founders Update #20

Michael here with a smaller Friday update. Today we'll cover our wins & learnings, as well as answers to your questions.

September 20, 2024 1 min read

Founders Update #19

Founders Update #19

Michael here! Today I would like to share a concrete timeline, the announcement of a free Bía Sleep accessory, and answers to your questions.

September 06, 2024 3 min read

Founders Update #18

Founders Update #18

Michael here - this update will be shorter than usual.

August 23, 2024 1 min read

How Bía tracks, organizes, and displays your sleep stats

How Bía tracks, organizes, and displays your sleep stats

Michael here! Today I would like to show you how Bía tracks, organizes, and displays your sleep stats.

August 09, 2024 3 min read

Manufacturing and more...

Manufacturing and more...

Michael here! This week we have a big update from Andrew as he just got back from visiting overseas manufacturers.

July 26, 2024 2 min read

Electronics, 3D Foam, Neural Music, and more

Electronics, 3D Foam, Neural Music, and more

Michael here! This week we're diving into the electronics, talking about our wins & learnings, and answering some of your questions.

July 12, 2024 3 min read

Improved Chronotype Quiz + Answers to Your Questions

Improved Chronotype Quiz + Answers to Your Questions

Michael here! Today I'm excited to tell you about our new Sleep Chronotype Quiz. I'll also cover our wins, our learnings, and your questions.

June 28, 2024 4 min read

Mobile App, Wins, and Learnings

Mobile App, Wins, and Learnings

Michael here once again with a shiny new update! Let's dive into mobile app development, our wins & learnings, and answer some of your questions from the past update.

June 14, 2024 3 min read

Survey Results + Answers to your Questions

Survey Results + Answers to your Questions

Michael here with a long overdue update.

May 31, 2024 3 min read

Take the Founder Feedback Survey 📋

Take the Founder Feedback Survey 📋

Michael here with a long overdue update.

May 21, 2024 3 min read

Beta is closed. Colors are locked in.

Beta is closed. Colors are locked in.

Michael here with some exciting news!

March 25, 2024 2 min read

Golden Prototype

Golden Prototype

Michael here, I'm excited to show you the colors we've selected for the Bía Smart Sleep Mask!

March 07, 2024 1 min read

2024 is looking good!

2024 is looking good!

We've made great progress! The manufacturing delay with the foam has allowed us to shift our attention to the little details: tuning our foam-conduction speakers, miniaturizing the electronics, and running tests on our batteries.

January 31, 2024 2 min read

We've Made Great Progress

We've Made Great Progress

While we have a lot of great progress to share in this update, we also have some disappointing but not unsurprising news. Watch the video update for more information on our production schedule, deadlines, and shipping updates.

November 09, 2023 2 min read

It's Alive!

For the past two years, Andrew and I have been working diligently on bringing the Bía Smart Sleep Mask to life. We didn't know if you would like it's look, be interested in it's features, in fact, we had no idea if anyone would even pre-order.

August 30, 2023 2 min read

Bía Sleep Pre-Orders Are Live

Bía Sleep Pre-Orders Are Live

Bía Sleep Pre-Orders Are Live

June 01, 2023 1 min read

I've been talking to a LOT of sleep experts...

I've been talking to a LOT of sleep experts...

I've been talking to a LOT of sleep experts...

May 17, 2023 1 min read

New year, big update!

New year, big update!

Andrew and I have left our day jobs to work full time on Bía. It's time to go all in on creating the world's most cutting-edge sleep mask.

February 15, 2023 1 min read

We asked, and you answered.

We asked, and you answered.

The results from our market study are more promising than ever 🙌 We learned that Bía Sleep is seen as innovative, cutting-edge, and a definite need. We also learned that we could improve how we speak about the unique features of Bía Sleep.

November 15, 2022 1 min read

Welcome to the Bía Community!

Welcome to the Bía Community!

I can't wait to share our progress on creating the world's first high-tech sleep mask that helps you measure, control and improve your sleep.

August 15, 2022 1 min read

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