2024 saw a resurgence in smart rings, with major players like Samsung entering the market and introducing innovative features. This article explores the exciting new developments in smart rings and their potential to become the next big thing in wearables.
When people think of wearables, smartwatches usually come to mind. However, 2024 was a relatively calm year for smartwatches, dominated by incremental updates. This is typical of a maturing category. While polished products are great, the excitement and sometimes outlandish ideas that come with a nascent gadget category are missing. Thankfully, that energy seems to be shifting towards smart rings . Smart rings aren't new, but 2024 saw a resurgence in their popularity.
There were hints of this trend at CES in January, with several smart rings on display. Then Samsung threw open the doors in February by announcing the long-awaited Galaxy Ring. Samsung is a major player in the smartwatch market, so their foray into a new wearable category is significant. It pushes this once-niche form factor into the mainstream. This new wave of smart rings, which I tested several of, is exciting because some feature unique and innovative ideas. For example, the Galaxy Ring can work with Samsung's Galaxy Watches to improve battery life and sensor accuracy. When paired with a Z Fold 6 or Z Flip 6, it can recognize a pinching gesture to control the phone's camera. While some may see this as a way to lock Samsung users into their ecosystem, it's undeniable that these are novel use cases for smart rings. Samsung isn't the only one pushing boundaries. I didn't personally enjoy my experience with the Circular Slim, but I commend the company for thinking big. That ring allows for silent haptic alarms and an in-app AI chatbot. Movano's Evie Ring also caught my attention for its distinctive open-gap design and its ambitious pursuit of FDA clearance for its health metrics. Even Casio is getting in on the action with its take on a more retro, low-tech smart ring
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