Samsung unveiled its first smart ring, the Samsung Galaxy Ring, at the Galaxy Unpacked event in Paris. This new addition to Samsung’s wearable lineup joins the Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra.

Expanding Wearable Portfolio

Samsung emphasizes that the Galaxy Ring enhances its wellness offerings through Galaxy AI technology, providing users with a comprehensive wellness experience.

Price and Availability

The Galaxy Ring is priced at $399. Pre-orders start on July 10, with general availability from July 24. The ring is available in Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Gold, with nine size options.

Health and Fitness Features

The Galaxy Ring integrates health and fitness features via the Samsung Health app, offering seamless access to health data without a subscription. Key features include:

• Sleep Analysis: Sleep score, snoring data, movement during sleep, sleep latency, heart rate, and respiratory rate.
• 24/7 Health Monitoring: Continuous health tracking with a weight of 2.3 to 3.0 grams.
• Water Resistance: 10ATM water resistance and Titanium Grade 5 finish.
• Battery Life: Up to seven days, with a charging case featuring LED status indication.
• Temperature Sensor: Includes Cycle Tracking feature.
• Energy Score: Evaluates physical and mental conditions based on sleep, activity, and heart rate variability.
• Heart Health Monitoring: Real-time heart rate alerts and Live Heart Rate check.
• Fitness Tracking: Auto Workout Detection for walking and running, and Inactive Alert for daily fitness reminders.

Additional Features

The Galaxy Ring includes a double pinch gesture for controlling functionalities on connected Galaxy smartphones, such as taking photos and dismissing alarms. It also features Find My Ring for locating the ring via the Samsung Find network.

Specifications

• Colors: Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, Titanium Gold
• Dimensions & Weight: 7.0 mm x 2.6 mm, 2.3g (Size 5) to 3.0g (Size 13)
• Sizing: Sizes 5 to 13
• Memory: 8MB
• Battery: 18mAh (Size 5) – 23.5mAh (Size 13), Charging Case: 361 mAh
• Sensors: Accelerometer, PPG, Skin Temperature
• Connectivity: BLE 5.4
• Durability: 10 ATM, IP68 / Titanium grade 5
• Charging Case: 48.9mm x 48.9mm x 24.51mm, 61.3g

The Samsung Galaxy Ring marks a significant step in wearable technology, offering a blend of advanced health monitoring and sleek design.