Yep, that is right. I have a smartwatch (technically a hybrid watch) but I love wearing my watches as well. As such it rarely gets warn and the battery is perpetually dead.

Thus enter the Ring. I like the idea because it 'should' allow me to have the information that I want but without having to wear a smartwatch or fitbit et al.

It does all the basics. but the actual living with it is a taking some getting used to. I went for the Index finger as I thought that would be ok. But I night I tend to rotate it to my middle finger.

No one but my wife has asked me about it, so I do not think it is too intrusive or annoying to people. It tends to get worn on three fingers, right and left index, and right middle. the middle mostly when I am sleeping.

Anyway, it is doing a good job tracking the steps, heart, oxygen etc. and lasts 5-6 days on a charge. I charged it on the 5th day even with 28% left.

What I like is that I still can wear my watches that I love and get some health info at the same time.

Samsung Ring by redstone71, on Flickr

Nothing is sacred anymore.

I thought about the Oura Ring at one time. But I wasn't a fan of thicker rings. I'm one of those double-wristed genx/boomer hipster hypes I suppose.

Interesting stuff, since I have iShit for everything the Apple Ring would be cool, if it does much of the stuff the article says it will.

The health info would be good to have as I don't always put on the watch.

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Apple Ring unveils its most unexpected function: Goodbye to the iPhone and AppleWatch with this invention

There have been many rumors lately concerning Apple’s new product that might be unveiled soon—the Apple Ring. This wearable device might be an additional iPhone and Apple Watch accessory or a potential replacement. With increasing speculation, many ask if this hidden gadget can change how people communicate with technology.

Apple has been one of the pioneers of wearable technology, with its iPhone and Apple Watch providing voice and data communication and fitness and health monitoring. Apple appears not content with leaving things at the smart ring market, which is expected to grow by 29% by 2028. Despite the absence of the Apple Ring, numerous patents and hidden clues point to the company’s possible entry into this market.

It might be the right time. The latest Samsung Galaxy Ring was launched in July 2024, and Samsung’s Galaxy Ring will enable Apple to release its device in September 2024. If Apple sticks to its “best, not first” strategy, it could present features and technologies unique to the Apple Ring against its competitors, such as Oura and Samsung.

What Could Set the Apple Ring Apart: Features That Might Redefine Wearable Tech

In a sleek wearable device, the Apple Ring might have several features that users are familiar with from the iPhone and the Apple Watch. The most rumored features of the Smartwatch include health and fitness tracking, payment solutions, and touchless control. One promising idea is that the Apple Ring could command other devices with hand movements. A recently filed patent for “Skin-to-Skin Contact Detection” indicates that the ring could identify certain motions.

This means that users could manipulate devices such as the Vision Pro headset or the Apple TV by touching the tips of their fingers together, bringing about a new age of gesture-based computing. The Apple Ring could also be used as a payment tool, allowing a user to make a payment without using his or her phone or watch. As part of the already running ecosystem of Apple products, this feature would complement Apple Pay, making payments even more convenient.

Health Tracking Revolutionized: Why the Apple Ring Might Be a Healthier Choice

Health tracking has always been one of the most prominent features of Apple’s wearables. The Apple Watch offers much information about the user’s health, but some people consider it bulky, especially when used for sleeping. The Apple Ring could solve this, as it provides the same critical monitoring features such as heart rate, temperature, and sleep tracking but in a less intrusive way.

The device’s design would be perfect for those using it to monitor their health without frequent interference. The first benefit of the Apple Ring is its battery life, which could be longer than that of the Apple Watch. If it does not have a display or other complicated functions, the ring’s battery could last for days or weeks, which is ideal for monitoring health status.

It would probably integrate with the Apple Health app so that users could monitor their health statistics in the future. This could make the ring a better fit for some users’ lifestyles, especially if they do not want to wear a larger device like the Apple Watch. The inconspicuous appearance and long battery duration will enable constant health checks without frequent recharging.

A Glimpse into a Phone-Free Future: The Apple Ring’s Potential Impact on Technology

Currently, there is not much information available, but the Apple Ring could be the start of a new line of products that do not include phones and watches as their main product. The health tracking, gesture control, and payment features mean the ring could eventually replace the larger gadgets. Thus, if Apple manages to commercialize this technology, it will be a revolutionary step in addressing digital reality.

The tech community is anxiously waiting for the Apple Ring to be released, and if it is as revolutionary as it has been made out to be, it will be one of the biggest products that Apple has released in years.

All these data points available from a simple band around the finger! Imagine what they could do with the iJockStrap, or the iSuppository! I am very surprised that nano technology has not progressed further in this direction, a liquid suspension that you consume daily to measure your vitals from the inside out, reported to your smartphone via NFC. I personally know one nanotechnologist who is scared spitless of this potential use for a technology that he pioneered (positive feedback loop is his main concern), but it seems inevitable.

Do you hear eerie whispering voices when you wear it?

HRK, Apple bought a company that was developing a non-invasive glucose monitor. Many believe it would be integrated into the iWatch.

Trapper, no I do not hear voices outside of the usual. But seeing it monitor my sleep is pretty cool.

Architect, the one area that freaks me out is Elon Musks human trials of implants.

I wear a mechanical watch on my left wrist and an iWatch on my right wrist.

General Shwarzkopf wore two watches, presumably to keep track of two time zones. How he never knew about GMT watches, I don't know.

Mr. Wonderful from the Shark Tank wears two watches. One has a Rolex and the other looks like a Patek Philippe.

I like my mechanical watch and my iWatch lets me know if I have an incoming mail, phone call, my schedule, and weather conditions. I usually keep my iPhone in my pants pocket silenced. But I don't feel the vibration so the iWatch works around that.

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Mr. Wonderful from the Shark Tank wears two watches. One has a Rolex and the other looks like a Patek Philippe.

Watch some of the videos with Kevin O’Leary and Teddy Baldassarre. He explains he wears two, because he loves his watches. They are on a rotation of his desire, and he has a pretty amazing collection. Fp Journe, Patek, Rolex, Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet… the man knows his watches and has some amazing ones.