On July 10, 2024, Samsung unveiled its first smart ring, the Galaxy Ring, at the Samsung Unpacked event. This device tracks essential health metrics like sleep, heart rate, blood oxygen levels, skin temperature, and workouts, with AI insights via the Samsung Health app.
The Galaxy Ring is set to challenge the Oura Ring, a leading smart ring. While Oura works with Android and iPhone, the Galaxy Ring requires a Samsung phone but has no subscription fees.
At the unveiling, the Galaxy Ring impressed with its design, comfort, and light weight. It comes in black, silver, and gold, and is available for pre-order at $399, shipping by the end of July.
Key Features
- Release Date: Preorder from July 10, shipping late July
- Price: $399
- Health Features: Heart rate, sleep, "Vitality" score, skin temperature, period predictions
- Design: Available in black, gold, silver, sizes 5-12
- Battery Life: Up to 7 days, with three battery sizes (17 mAh, 18.5 mAh, 22 mAh)
The Galaxy Ring includes sensors for heart rate, blood oxygen, skin temperature, and an accelerometer. It syncs data with the Samsung Health app, providing AI-powered health insights. It also supports gesture controls for Galaxy devices.
Samsung is ready for legal challenges from Oura, indicating confidence in the Galaxy Ring’s features. At N550,000 in Nigeria, it's more expensive than the Oura Ring but may be cheaper over time due to no subscription fees.
