We’re a society obsessed with numbers and data about our own bodies. Just look at the popularity of fitness trackers for proof. With the advent of smart rings, things have gotten even more impressive. The Oura Ring 4 and the Samsung Galaxy Ring are two of the main contenders in that field (and likely will remain … Read more
Following the release of various other new smart rings this year, Oura has announced the Oura Ring 4, the latest generation of probably the best-known smart ring. It comes with a wide range of changes and new features, plus a brand new design. Prior to the launch, Jason Russell, vice president of consumer software product … Read more
I’m still waiting for a chance to spend some time wearing the Samsung Galaxy Ring, and while I’m really keen to do so, I don’t mind about the wait as next on my list is the RingConn Gen 2 smart ring. And ever since the moment I opened the box after it was delivered, I’ve … Read more
Competition in the smart ring market is heating up, and Oura’s long period of dominance is finally being challenged. Samsung, one of the world’s biggest companies, has stepped up to the plate with the Samsung Galaxy Ring — its own stab at wearable tech that slips onto a finger. The Galaxy Ring is smaller and … Read more
Andy Boxall / Digital Trends Recently, the Oura Ring app delivered my three-year anniversary report, detailing what it has learned about me and how I’ve performed over the 36 months I’ve been wearing it. The data across the six pages reminded me that it’s just about the only piece of technology I’ve committed to for … Read more
Oura Ring (left) and the RingConn Smart Ring Andy Boxall / Digital Trends I recently had the opportunity to remove my Oura Ring and try a more affordable alternative. What I discovered changed my opinion of the entire fitness and wellness ring concept for the better. I used to wear an Apple Watch Ultra 2 … Read more
Joe Maring / Digital Trends The smart ring market has been largely dominated by the Oura Ring, but that is set to change with the upcoming launch of the Samsung Galaxy Ring. The ring was first teased at Samsung’s Unpacked event in January and later at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in February. The Galaxy Ring … Read more
Andy Boxall / Digital Trends Smart rings are a considerable investment and worth protecting on your finger. When Samsung releases the Galaxy Ring, its first smart ring, at some point in the near future, there’s a good chance smart jewelry will gain more attention than ever before — and more people than ever will look … Read more
Andy Boxall / Digital Trends I recently reviewed the Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro, and it’s very good indeed. It’s fast, capable, and comfortable to wear, with a decent app and long battery life. The thing is, it’s actually only a gently warmed-over version of the same smartwatch released this time last year, which normally … Read more
Oura Oura will soon release two new heart-monitoring tools that will benefit all Oura Ring users. The tools will be available through a firmware update before the end of May, and they both focus on your heart health. The first new tool will measure a user’s cardiovascular age and compare it to their chronological age. … Read more
