Samsung Enters Smart Ring Market with AI-Enabled Galaxy Ring

Samsung has officially entered the smart ring market with the launch of its new Galaxy Ring at the Galaxy Unpacked event in Paris. This marks the tech giant's foray into a category of connected devices designed to discreetly track health and fitness, providing an alternative to smartwatches and fitness bands.

The Galaxy Ring, priced starting at $399, features generative AI capabilities powered by Samsung's Galaxy AI platform. It will be available in nine sizes, with customers able to try on different sizes at Samsung retailers or order sizing kits online.

The Galaxy Ring boasts a sleek and fashionable design, available in black, silver, and gold. Its appearance is unassuming, making it blend seamlessly into daily wear. Samsung ensures comfort, with sizes tailored to individual preferences. Despite a brief testing period, the ring was reported to feel comfortable, even under varying conditions.

Packed with sensors, the Galaxy Ring offers comprehensive health and fitness tracking. It monitors sleep patterns, heart and respiratory rates, and skin temperature changes. Additionally, it provides heart-rate alerts, automatic workout detection for walking and running, and inactivity alerts.

One of the standout features is the Energy Score, a numerical representation of overall health and fitness ranging from 0 to 100. This score integrates various metrics tracked by the ring, such as workout intensity and sleep quality, to give users a clear understanding of their daily energy levels.

Battery life is another strong point, with the Galaxy Ring offering up to seven days of use on larger sizes and five days on smaller sizes, according to Samsung.

The launch of the Galaxy Ring positions Samsung as the largest tech company to venture into the smart ring market, joining the likes of Oura, whose Oura Ring has been a notable player in the space. With Samsung's entry, the competition is set to intensify, bringing more innovation and options to consumers seeking discreet and stylish health-tracking solutions.