
I test smart rings for a living, so when I saw the recent news that a Samsung Galaxy Ring user was hospitalized due to a swollen battery, I was horrified. The thought of a smoldering, expanding smart ring stuck on my index finger now haunts me day and night.
Fortunately, there are basic practices you can follow that lower the risk of such a catastrophic event happening to you. While some of these tips may seem obvious, like avoiding extreme temperatures , others, like avoiding charging your ring to 100%, may surprise you.