The Oura Ring, despite its three-year anniversary, remains a valuable tool for health and fitness tracking due to its simple yet informative app. However, the impending release of Samsung’s Galaxy Ring poses a significant challenge, particularly if it avoids a subscription fee. The Oura Ring’s strengths lie in its elegant hardware, user-friendly interface, and data depth, but its growing feature set may impact its simplicity.
This article compares the Oura Ring and the RingConn Smart Ring, exploring their similarities, differences, and overall user experience. The author highlights the strengths of each ring and concludes that the RingConn provides a more accessible and user-friendly option for those seeking a budget-friendly alternative to the Oura Ring.
Circular has released an updated version of its smart ring, the Circular Ring Slim, boasting improved scratch resistance, IP68 water and dust resistance, and enhanced algorithms for health tracking. It features new Circles in the app for visual data analysis and improved sleep tracking algorithms. While the price remains at €259, the subscription fee for app features remains unclear.
Samsung has taken legal action against the maker of the Oura Ring, accidentally revealing the release date of its upcoming Galaxy Ring. In a petition filed in a U.S. district court, Samsung stated that it plans to release the Galaxy Ring in the U.S. “in or around August.” The Galaxy Ring is expected to feature various health sensors and is anticipated to be priced at around $300. Samsung is also expected to unveil the Galaxy Ring at an Unpacked event in Paris on July 10th, alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6.
According to recent leaks, the Samsung Galaxy Ring could be priced between $300 and $350, making it comparable to the Oura Ring. However, rumors suggest that Samsung may introduce a subscription plan for the Ring, which would grant access to advanced health-tracking features. This move would align with Samsung’s consideration of a subscription for the Samsung Health app, which the Ring will connect with.
Target has teamed up with Oura to enhance its in-store retail experience for the Oura Ring wearable. Customers can now try out the Oura Ring at Target locations, eliminating the need for at-home sizing kits and reducing the waiting period before receiving their ring. Additionally, Target offers a $10 gift card with the purchase of an Oura sizing kit, applicable to future purchases at Target or Target.com.
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Ring wearable device is set to arrive in global markets soon, and new details continue to leak out. According to a recent report, the Galaxy Ring will be available in eight different sizes, ranging from US ring size 5 to size 13. The device is also expected to come in three finishes and offer up to nine days of battery life on a single charge. Samsung has yet to reveal full specifications for the Galaxy Ring, but it is rumored to include health and sleep monitoring capabilities.
While the Oura Ring is not waterproof, it offers water resistance up to 330 feet (100 meters), allowing users to wear it during swimming, showering, and snorkeling. However, it’s not recommended for scuba diving or extended water submersion. Compared to other smart rings, the Oura Ring’s water resistance is similar to the Ultrahuman Ring Air and exceeds the Amovan Smart Ring. It matches the Apple Watch Ultra but surpasses the Apple Watch Series 2 and Google Pixel Watch 2 in terms of water protection.
Oura has announced the availability of its smart ring in select Target stores across the US. The partnership follows similar deals with Amazon and Best Buy, further solidifying Oura’s position as a leader in the smart ring market. CEO Tom Hale has prioritized retail expansion amidst growing demand for health trackers during the pandemic.
