Armbie travel accessory proves effective for sleeping on economy flights
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Updated · The Washington Post · May 10
Armbie travel accessory proves effective for sleeping on economy flights
2 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · May 10
After testing it on long-haul trips including red-eyes to London and Italy, the reviewer said the $24.95 polyester arm sling helped them sleep soundly.
The sleeve packs to tennis-ball size, is washable and became a regular carry-on item, though the reviewer said it can feel hot, awkward to put on and overly bright.
Available from small to XXL for 32-54 inch chests, it may not suit every body type and could feel claustrophobic, but the reviewer found it useful even while nearly five months pregnant.
Is the $25 'adult swaddle' the future of economy comfort, or a potential health risk on long-haul flights?
As passengers buy their own comfort, will airlines ban items like the Armbie to upsell their premium seats?
Beyond physical gadgets, could nerve stimulation tech make uncomfortable economy seats finally bearable for travelers?