Articles by Jim McCauley

A professional writer with over a quarter of a century's experience, Jim has been covering mattress and sleep-related subjects for TechRadar, Tom's Guide and T3 over the past few years, gathering an in-depth knowledge of the workings of the mattress industry along the way. Previously Jim has covered a wide variety of subjects, working widely in the tech and gaming sectors, and more recently covering the design and wellness industries. When they're not hammering at their keyboard, Jim can be found performing on the streets of Bath or in actual theatres; they recently appearedin Beauty and the Beast at Bath's Rondo Theatre and they also serve as a trustee, designer and occasional producer for a local theatre group.

Articles by: Jim McCauley

Amazon Prime Day mattress deals 2023: the party's over but you can still save

By Jim McCauley last updated 13 July 23

You can still save on a new bed even though the Amazon Prime Day sales are over.

With this Prime Day mattress deal the Emma Original's the cheapest I've ever seen it

By Jim McCauley published 12 July 23

Grab this Amazon Prime Day mattress deal before it's too late.

Casper and Simba are winning at Prime Day mattress deals this year

By Jim McCauley last updated 11 July 23

I'm TechRadar's Sleep Editor, and these two brands are the only ones that have impressed me on Prime Day.

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Don't miss this rare chance to save on Simba's most sustainable mattress

By Jim McCauley published 14 June 23

Simba's GO Hybrid mattress is hardly ever discounted, so you should get on this deal before it vanishes again

A man lies next to an open fridge door to stay cool when trying to sleep in hot weather

How to sleep in hot weather: expert advice on how to survive the heatwave

By Claire Davies last updated 12 June 23

Learn how to sleep in hot weather with these expert tricks, hacks and techniques.

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How to keep your pillows fresh in summer

By Jim McCauley published 2 June 23

Don't let the summer heat get the better of your pillows; follow these tips to keep them spring-fresh.

How to choose a mattress

By Jim McCauley published 25 May 23

Can't decide on a new mattress? Let our sleep editor guide you through the options.

The Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow on a bed, leaning against the headboard

Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow review: great quality but not for everyone

By Jim McCauley published 28 April 23

The Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow is firm and springy with great cooling, but it's one you'll either love or hate.

How to sleep better with hay fever symptoms: 5 expert tips

By Jim McCauley published 20 April 23

A sleep expert shares her tips for sleeping well when you're suffering from seasonal allergies.

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Emma's new mattress appears to be an innerspring model, and I'm interested

By Jim McCauley published 11 April 23

The new Emma NextGen Premium mattress is all about the springs, with foam for comfort, and that pleases me.

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Sleep expert reveals how to cope with the clocks going forward

By Jim McCauley published 23 March 23

Start preparing tonight so you don't feel like a zombie on Monday morning.

How to sleep through the night: A man sits on the edge of his bed because he's unable to sleep

How to sleep through the night: a sleep expert explains all

By Sarah Biddlecombe last updated 17 March 23

A sleep expert reveals how to stop frequent night-time wake-ups ruining your sleep.

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World Sleep Day: study links depression with bad sleep habits

By Jim McCauley published 17 March 23

Poor sleep and depression go hand-in-hand, it seems; we look at the numbers and explore how you can fix things.

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Sleep Week 2023 – seven days of sleep-boosting tips

By Jim McCauley last updated 16 March 23

Sleep Week 2023 is here, with a wealth of advice, tips and tech to help you sleep better than ever before.

Why pillows turn yellow – and how to tell if they’re healthy to sleep on

By Claire Davies last updated 16 March 23

Learn why pillows turn yellow or brown, and how you can tell whether they're safe to sleep on.

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Can't get to sleep? The 15 minute rule is your friend

By Jim McCauley published 14 March 23

If restful slumber's eluding you, this simple technique can settle you back into better sleep.

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Pokémon Sleep is a sleep app I wasn’t expecting, and I’m kind of intrigued

By Jim McCauley published 28 February 23

Catch Pokémon while catching ZZZs? Pokémon Sleep could be a whole new way of improving your slumber.

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How often should you swap your bedsheets during flu season?

By Jim McCauley published 1 February 23

A bedding expert reveals all, and explains how your choice of bedding can make things harder for the flu virus.

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How to find your sleep window and catch better ZZZs

By Jim McCauley published 24 January 23

Can't sleep? Knowing your optimal time to go to bed can make a world of difference; here's how to work it out.

How to dry your bedding indoors (without a tumble dryer)

By Jim McCauley published 15 December 22

Dry your bedding indoors without running up a massive electricity bill by following these tips.

A man lies on his bed listening to a sleep podcast on his Apple AirPods

These are the top sleep podcasts for falling asleep faster

By Claire Davies last updated 14 December 22

Find the best sleep podcasts for helping you to drift off faster and easier at night.

Last chance to save BIG on our top-rated memory foam mattress

By Jim McCauley last updated 28 November 22

There are some incredible savings to be had in Emma's Black Friday sale, but you'd better move fast.

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7 tips for better sleep when you're feeling anxious

By Jim McCauley published 12 November 22

If it's all feeling too much right now, here's how to stop anxiety from keeping you awake all night.

Philips Original Radio ORD7100C/10 review

By Jim McCauley published 15 January 13

Styled after a classic Philips radio from 1955, the Philips Original Radio strikes a deliciously retro pose with its heavy duty Bakelite-ish casing, chrome knobs and brushed metal trim.

How to survive a drive-by malware attack

By Jim McCauley published 23 July 09

So what do you do when a drive-by virus suddenly and unexpectedly owns your PC?

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