Horse Samsung Galaxy UnlockSamsung announced today Galaxy Ring, a finger wearable device that powers the ecosystem of health tracking devices. Yes, it is the third or the fourth when it was announced, but today is the day you can pre-order. This is a conscious attempt to corner a market that is held by many smaller players in the space, especially Oura Ring. You will also get regular AI wow ideas to help you take better care of your body when you think things aren’t going well.
The company boasts that it has packed its existing sensor technology into the smaller space provided by the ring. It carries an accelerometer, PPG/heart rate and skin temperature sensor that will feed data to Samsung Health to create a portrait of your body. In the app, you will be able to view your sleep score, how much you move during sleep, your heart rate and breathing rate, as well as your menstrual cycle. The Total Energy Score will track how well you’re feeling each day and make suggestions on what to change.
You’ll also benefit from Heart Rate Alerts if your recording is too slow or too fast, alerting you to avoid any problems. There are table-to-table elements too, such as automatic machine detection and alerts when the ring doesn’t think you’ve moved enough late. Not to mention the ring can be used as a remote shutter release for your Galaxy smartphone.
Of course, there’s only so much a smart ring can do given the inherent limitations of the form, a point I’ve made. details in April. But if you’re already in Samsung’s ecosystem and want to ensure you always get the most detailed insights possible into your body, it’s a no-brainer.
The Galaxy Ring is made of titanium and is rated for water depth of up to 100 meters, IP68 for water and dust ingress. Depending on the size of the ring you choose, it will weigh between 2.3 and 3 grams and has a battery life of up to seven days on a single charge. The Galaxy Ring Titanium is available in Black, Silver or Gold and will cost $400. US pre-orders begin on July 10th, with general availability starting on July 24th.
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