Smart rings are relatively new technologies that are still in their infancy. They compress part of the technology of a bracelet or a smartwatch into a more compact format. They are practical, elegant and go unnoticed. It is not for nothing that the concept has caught the attention of business leaders and entrepreneurs.
Depending on the technology they use or what you want to use it for, there are different options on the market. We wanted to compile a list of the best smart rings of 2023 in each class, so you can see what the key features are in each.
Oura Ring 3
The Oura Ring 3 is one of the best smart rings out there. The third generation of smart rings from the Finnish company Oura Health is trending among businessmen and celebrities. It is an exclusive ring, with refined and elegant finishes, capable of controlling the quality of your sleep with extreme precision.
The Oura Ring 3 charges wirelessly and has enough battery life for a week. It is also an extremely lightweight accessory, weighing between 4 and 6 grams depending on the size you choose. The ring can be paired with Android and iOS devices and syncs with all the information you store in Apple Health and Google Fit.
The device works efficiently and provides accurate information. It can track your sleep activity, tell you how long you relax per day, monitor your heart rate and blood oxygen levels. It even has a step counter and is water resistant.
COLMO Tesla
| COLMO Tesla | |
|---|---|
 | $99.99 |
The COLMO ring is a tiny smart device designed to replace the key cards of the Tesla Model 3 car. It is made of ceramic and contains an RFID reader that allows the car doors to be unlocked instantly. This is a simple, easy to install and wear smart ring, ideal for Tesla electric car owners.
If you don’t want to have your phone on you all the time, or prefer not to carry a thick keychain, that’s where the ring comes in. The COLMO model can be carried comfortably in the hand without being annoying. In addition, its design is very resistant.
Smart ring technology is not yet 100% capable, but there are practical examples where they could be useful. The COLMO model for Tesla cars is simply a very good idea. The convenience it provides is appreciated and there are many scenarios where it could come in handy.
Jakcom R4 Smart Ring
Jakcom was one of the first companies to launch smart rings on the market. One of its best-selling products was the R3 Smart Ring, but today its successor is looking to make a name for itself. We are talking, of course, of the Jakcom R4 Smart Ring, a device built in ceramic, with NFC and compatible with Android and iOS terminals.
Soft to the touch and scratch resistant, the body of the Jakcom R4 Smart Ring is luxurious. It is solid and comfortable to wear. Inside, it has several RFID readers that allow it to simulate the functions of a smart card. All thanks to its multi-frequency bands that can work in different formats.
The Jakcom device can also display calls or notifications and share information on cloud services. The R4 Smart Ring can work all day because it does not need to be recharged, so it will be your companion for your various daily activities.
Jakcom r3
Another representative of Chinese smart rings. This product is perfect as a gift, not only because of its low cost, but also because of its attractive appearance, its beautiful thick cardboard packaging and also, as the manufacturer claims, its esoteric capabilities. Inside, germanium and a volcanic magnet are incorporated into the model.
The product itself is made of an alloy of titanium, tungsten and sprayed ceramic. The resistance of the gadget is ensured by quenching the alloy at high temperatures. For lovers of esotericism, the composition of “energetic” materials will be interesting. As already mentioned, several stones are mounted inside the disk, one of which is the “energy stone”, responsible for a positive effect on human health.
The main objects targeted by the impact are the circulatory system as well as the metabolic processes. According to the manufacturer, the stones incorporated into the smart ring rid the surrounding air of harmful contaminants and reduce the negative impact of electromagnetic fields. A passive RFID card is responsible for communicating with NFC devices.
Go2Sleep
This is a very popular product that has its roots in crowdfunding. The result is a modern smart ring with many functions that can really improve your life. The first thing you will notice about this ring is its size. Well, these aren’t the smallest rings on the market, and especially with the bulge, they can be hard to get used to.
However, the size is a necessary sacrifice considering the features it offers. It gives you details about your heart rate/blood oxygen, as well as apnea detection and sleep quality, among other things. All data recorded by the sensors can be read through the app, which pairs with the ring via Bluetooth.
It features an IP67-rated enclosure, as well as a company-estimated 24-hour battery life. Charging the ring is a simple process that involves placing it on a charging pad provided by the company. The retail package also includes multiple ring holder sizes to suit everyone.
Visa Payment Ring
Visa tries to stay abreast of new technologies and therefore developed its own product in 2016: the Visa Payment Ring. Like the previous model, the device is linked to the customer’s bank account, from which the funds will be debited. The manufacturer guarantees that the product will withstand immersion in water to a depth of 50 meters.
An NFC sensor is integrated into the ring, thanks to which payment is made by analogy with contactless payment cards. The electronics are controlled by the Gemalto chip, which, according to the manufacturer’s assurances, is fully protected against unauthorized withdrawals of funds.
The user is authorized to use a special electronic element: a token, which contains a number of electronic keys. The product is made of ceramic, which is specially treated to increase resistance to mechanical stress. The customer can choose from 20 men’s and women’s rings in different sizes.
RingPay – McLEAR
Designed by the team behind the crowdfunding NFC Ring, this smart ring offers the same payment technology as the contactless Visa payment ring and our payment devices. The RingPay smart ring is compatible with iOS and Android and allows you to create an isolated and secure virtual card between your cards (Visa and Mastercard at the moment).
Once set up, you can make contactless payments through any point-of-sale or compatible device. The app lets you track your spending and enable auto-recharge to make sure you have cash on hand. With the latest update, you can also donate to charities every time you make a purchase.
And RingPay+ subscribers can unlock additional discounts and rewards. The McLear smart ring is available in black and white and in sizes 4.5-16. For now, however, only in the UK. To find out more, visit the website:
ORII Smart Ring
This ring is completely different in its functionality from all those described above. Its task is to replace the smartphone with the direct tangential functionality of the latter. You need to answer a call, read a message or a reminder: the ORII smart ring will help you without having to get the main gadget.
The device uses bone conduction technology to transmit sound. So you don’t need to wear the device directly in your ear canal, you can just apply it to the soft part of your ear.
The device supports Google Assistant and Siri, has a pair of noise-canceling microphones and an indicator that changes color depending on the type of notification. Alerts can be configured in a branded app. The functionality of the device assumes the presence of its own battery with a capacity of 50 mAh, which is enough for 60 minutes of talk.
NFC Opn
| Smart Ring, NFC | |
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| $9.37 |
Created by the same team that designed the smart ring for payments, Open NFC focuses on using technology to unlock phones and doors, transfer information and connect people. The ring contains two NFC tags: one for public information and one for more sensitive things.
The private tag, which provides access to things like the smart door lock and payment information, is inside the ring closest to the palm of your hand, so a deliberate gesture is required to use it. The public part, for things you want to broadcast, like your email address, is at the top of your finger.
Water resistant to 50 meters, the ring has the same black and white appearance as the Mclear RingPay and the same dimensions (4.5-16).
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