BrainWave Binaural Power Nap app for iPhone and iPad

4.2 ( 6512 ratings )

Lifestyle Health & Fitness
Developer: Banzai Labs

0.99 USD

Current version: 7.6, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 31 Mar 2009
App size: 94.54 Mb

Refresh and energize your mind and body with 3 incredible Binaural Power Nap Programs.

*** The Science behind BrainWave Power Nap ***

BrainWave Power Nap uses a series of binaural brainwave entrainment programs, and frequency blends, combined with configurable, soothing ambient nature sounds to create the perfect restful, energizing power nap.

Power Nap uses the technique of brainwave entrainment through binaural tones to induce desired brainwave patterns in your mind. With binaural tones two different audible frequencies are played into each ear, with the difference between those two frequencies being the lower, inaudible target brainwave frequency. When your brain processes the two different frequencies the lower brainwave frequency is perceived. Through the entrainment process your brain will then match that frequency, thus inducing the desired mental state.

Head/ear phones are required for this technique to be effective.

*** Progressive Brain Wave Entrainment ***

Power Nap goes beyond just putting you to sleep. The goal is to relax you, take you to a brief meditative state, then put you to sleep quickly. When you near the end of your nap the program changes and gently brings you out of that deep delta wave state to a relaxed state, and finally to a state of mental alertness and focus.

*** Adjustable Brainwave Intensity ***

You can now adjust the brainwave intensity independent of the ambient background sounds. This allows you to set the brainwave volume to your comfort level and have your preference saved for subsequent use.

*** Power Nap Phases ***

* Phase 1 - Relaxation:

- Calming alpha-wave binaural brainwave frequencies to quiet your mind and help you relax.

* Phase 2 - Sleep (Longest phase):

- Lower theta-wave frequencies to take you to a dream-like state.

- A delta-wave program that induces delta frequency brain waves in your mind to help you fall asleep.

* Phase 3 - Waking:

- Theta-wave phase to gently bring you out of your delta-wave sleep.

- Alpha/Beta wave phase to bring you to a calm, yet alert state of mind.

- Gentle bells to complete the waking cycle.

*** Optimized Nap Programs ***

Longer duration naps include brain refreshing dream phases, while shorter ones focus on getting you the most restful sleep possible in a short amount of time and then bringing you out at an alert state.

*** Configurable Nap Durations ***

Select a nap time from 10 minutes to 3 1/2 hours and Power Nap will deliver a customized binaural audio brainwave entrainment experience tailored to that nap duration.

*** Configurable Ambient Background Sounds ***

Choose between Ocean Waves, Rain, Thunder and Pink Noise (a common background sound used with binaural tones). The ambient sounds do not affect the brainwave entrainment process and in fact help calm your mind and make the process more effective.

We all know the benefits a good Power Nap can have and Power Nap delivers what amounts to the ultimate power nap and ultimate mental recharge.

Power Nap is a great application to use regularly. Its an excellent application to use during mentally taxing times such as projects for work, caring for a new baby, or studying for an exam such as the SAT.

Power Nap is also an excellent application to use while commuting to home or office on trains, buses, and airplanes to block out outside noise and use the power of brainwave entrainment to get a restful, energizing nap.

Power Nap not only helps you recharge but helps your mind absorb and retain information.

If you have any prior medical conditions such as seizures consult a physician before using any binaural brainwave application.

Pros and cons of BrainWave Binaural Power Nap app for iPhone and iPad

BrainWave Binaural Power Nap app good for

what I needed. I slept for 30 min and was awake,fit and ready for the rest of the day. I really am convinced about these binaural thingis. It works for me.

I use this ap to fall asleep to every night. It puts me to sleep much faster than any other programs Ive used. I do wish it had more options for the nature sounds and that the alarm sounded louder (it alone usually will not wake me up).

I use this app when Im on the road and I need a short quick rest. I find it very effective.

I can easily fall asleep by listening to the sounds but the alarm to wake you up is to soft for deep sleepers. If the alarm sound got louder and you could make it go to full volume without making the noise at full I would give it 5 stars.

I recently got this app because I loved their earlier roduct, Brain Waves. This app is terrific! Yesterday I was feeling very restless during the day, due to a poor nights sleep the night before, so I figures Id try it for a 30 minute PowerNap. Within 10 minutes I couldnt stay still, so I got up and had an energized and productive rest of my day! This app really works!!!

On the picture it shows the brainwave intensity bar thing but that is not on my iPod wat happened?

Some bad moments

There are two glaring problems with this app. The first is that when it shifts between brainwave states, there is a loud switching sound. So even if it is working to put you to sleep, as it attempts to take you deeper it actually jolts you awake. The second issue is the inability to control the brainwave and sound effects volume individually. The first issue is the main problem. If that can be fixed so the transition between frequencies is seamless, I will update my rating.

I have two of your other apps Brain Wave and Sharp Mind that Im happy with. I had high hopes for this one, but unfortunately the beat transitions are not smooth and I wake up easily between them. I dont hear a click as one reviewer posted as I fall back to sleep and have not made it a point to replay while Im awake. But this is an issue that should be addressed quickly. I use a competitors power nap and do not have this issue. I downloaded yours because I liked the option of setting the nap time. I do agree that the alarm is too subtle. The app should utilize the physics of the iphone with vibrate and progressive sound escalation. I take power naps almost daily so would love to see an update soon, so that I can get the use out of my investment. Thanks for making a binaural app specifically for this use.

This app is stupid. Dont buy it! I feel like Im in a hospital CAT scan machine. I have another app that utilizes this technique, but the brain wave sounds arent this loud, and it was free!

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