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Is the $39.99 Brookstone smart ring at Marshalls, T.J. Maxx as good as the Oura ring?: ‘There was no subscription’

Some people are paying hundreds of dollars for a tiny piece of tech that still charges a monthly fee. Others, however, have outsmarted the system by buying a $39.99 dupe right next to the impulse-buy phone chargers at Marshall’s.

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Gesture controls, haptic feedback and lawsuits — 7 things that will happen with smart rings this year

I just got back from CES 2026, and after seeing over a dozen new smart rings, here are the trends that will dominate this product category for the rest of this year.

Tom’s Guide

I just went hands-on with the RingConn Gen 3 — and it beats even the Oura Ring 4 in several crucial ways

RingConn's new flagship has two cool new features and plenty of spec bumps. Here's my first impressions of it from the CES 2026 show floor.

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RingConn Gen 3 pushes deeper into health tracking with haptic alerts and blood pressure trends

New smart ring nudges wearers with subtle vibrations and promises blood pressure trend insights

Smart rings promised a wearable revolution – now they’re fighting to stay relevant

The smart ring market has cooled, but the next phase could decide its long-term future

Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 shelved? An Oura patent dispute and reported 'underwhelming' sales casts doubt on the smart ring's future

The Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 could be on ice, with no planned 2026 Unpacked appearance and a legal spat with Oura hampering the sequel's chances.

TechRadar

Oura sues Samsung, Amazfit, as it demands royalty payments from its remaining smart ring rivals

Oura filed lawsuits against Samsung, Zepp Health, Reebok, and Noise in East Texas this week, over common smart ring features that Oura has patented.

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Oura lawsuit bans rival Ultrahuman in the US — what that means for your smart ring and the best alternatives

Ultrahuman has lost its lawsuit with Oura over patent disputes, which effectively bans its smart rings in the US.

Tom’s Guide

Ultrahuman smart rings have just been banned in the US, but there’s better news for RingConn fans

Ultrahuman smart rings are now banned from the US as the company loses a patent fight with Oura.

TechRadar

My Ringconn Gen 2 has finally got a feature it has needed since launch

Thanks to firmware update 3.11.0 RingConn Gen 2 – and Gen 2 Air – users finally have automatic workout detection.

TechRadar

Ringconn Gen 2 Air review — this budget smart ring beats the Oura Ring 4 in three big ways

The Ringconn Gen 2 Air is a wallet-friendly, subscription-free tracker with impressive sleep insights and battery life.

Tom’s Guide

I spent 96 hours with the Ringconn Gen 2 Air — 5 things I liked, 2 things I didn’t

The Ringconn Gen 2 Air is just $199, subscription-free and lighter than the Oura Ring 4. Here are my impressions after four days of constant wearing.

Tom’s Guide

Oura wins major US trade case against smart ring rivals

Oura clinches early win as ITC delivers favorable initial ruling.

Android Central

I just went hands-on with this new smart ring — and it beats the Oura Ring in 3 big ways

The Ringconn Gen 2 Air is more affordable than the Oura Ring 4, but that's not its only advantage over the industry leader.

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Samsung's lawsuit against Oura failed. What happens next could reshape the smart ring market

A federal judge ruled that Samsung can't prove Oura will sue them, clearing the way for Oura to do just that (barring an appeal).

RingConn Gen 2 Air review: No subscription, no frills, just solid health tracking

Cheaper, lighter, but smarter? The Gen 2 Air puts affordability first

Tom’s Guide

I just went hands-on with RingConn Gen 2 — a subscription-free alternative to Oura Ring promising 150-plus days of battery

The RingConn Gen 2 is another promising alternative to the Oura Ring and Samsung Galaxy Ring. Here's a closer look at this smart ring's design and features.

TechRadar

The best cheap smart ring just got a big AI upgrade thanks to RingConn app makeover

The RingConn Gen 2 just got a boost thanks to a major app upgrade.

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TechRadar

RingConn Gen 2 smart ring review: the best cheap smart ring gets an upgrade

The RingConn Gen 2 is here with an upgraded battery and features, but a higher price.

Android Central

We compared smart ring heart rate data with smartwatches, and the results may surprise you

After the Oura Ring 4 launched with a major fitness focus, we decided to test it and other smart rings to determine how well they do for heart rate accuracy. Here's what we discovered.

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This smart ring at IFA 2024 outlasts the competition with up to 12 days of battery life

The RingConn Gen 2 Smart Ring debuted at IFA 2024 to coincide with its Kickstarter launch, and with up to 12 days of battery life it's a compelling alternative to competitors like Oura and Samsung.

TechRadar

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from Disney Plus password sharing to the RingConn Gen 2 smart ring

ICYMI here are the biggest tech news stories from Google, DJI, Disney, and more for August 10, 2024.

TechRadar

The RingConn Gen 2 is smashing Kickstarter records ahead of its big Galaxy Ring rivalry

The RingConn Gen2 is breaking Kickstarter records and might be the best smart ring or bets budget smart ring of 2024.

RingConn Smart Ring Gen 2 review: keeps getting better

Affordable, lightweight, and packed with essential health features, RingConn's second wearable is an excellent option for those on a tight budget

TechRadar

Forget the Samsung Galaxy Ring – the RingConn Gen 2 is less than half the price if you pre-order

The RingConn Gen 2 smart ring is available for pre-order ahead of its full Kickstarter launch – and it's less than half the price of the Samsung Galaxy Ring.

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