Samsung’s foray into the smart ring market with the Galaxy Ring is a promising one. This sleek and comfortable ring boasts a range of features designed to give you a deeper understanding of your health and well-being. But is it the holy grail of wearable tech, or does it fall short? Let’s take a closer look.

Benefits and Features:

Comprehensive Health Tracking: The Galaxy Ring goes beyond basic step counting. It tracks your sleep patterns, heart rate, blood oxygen (SpO2), and even your skin temperature. This data is then analysed by the built-in AI to provide insights into your sleep quality, stress levels, and overall health.

AI-Powered Coaching: The Galaxy Ring doesn’t just give you data; it uses it to offer personalised coaching tips. The Galaxy Ring seamlessly integrates with the Samsung health app, allowing it to recommend sleep routines, suggest stress-reduction techniques, and even nudge you to get moving if you’ve been inactive for too long.

Gesture Control: This feature is still in its early stages, but it has the potential to be revolutionary. Imagine controlling your smart home devices or navigating your phone with a simple flick of your wrist.
Subscription-Free: Unlike some competitors, the Galaxy Ring doesn’t require a monthly subscription to access its full functionality. This is a major plus for cost-conscious consumers.

Battery Life and Price:

The battery life is expected to be up to 7 days (in ring sizes 12 and 13), which falls in line with other competitors in the market. Its unclear at the moment what the discrepancy in battery life will be on the smaller sized rings (5-11). The UK Pre-order price for the Galaxy Ring is £399, which positions it competitively against other feature rich smart rings that are already out in the marketplace (such as the Oura Ring Gen3, it’s £100 cheaper but requires a subscription).

The Verdict: Promising Potential, But Wait and See

The Galaxy Ring offers a compelling package of features, particularly for those looking for a stylish and discreet health tracker. However, the question marks surrounding battery life give us pause. If you crave a long-lasting wearable, you might want to hold off for now.

Here’s what we recommend:

Tech Enthusiasts: If you’re an early adopter excited about the latest tech and prioritise features over battery life, the Galaxy Ring could be a good fit.

Health-Conscious Consumers: For those who prioritise comprehensive health tracking and AI-powered insights, the Galaxy Ring is worth keeping an eye on, especially if the price lands in the rumoured range.

Everyone Else: Wait for independent reviews and user experiences to get a clearer picture of the Galaxy Ring’s real-world performance, particularly its battery life.

The Galaxy Ring has the potential to be a game-changer in the wearables market. However, with some key details still under wraps, it’s best to wait and see before making a purchase decision.