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technology9 days ago

Smart Rings Set to Dominate Wearable Tech in 2025

Smart rings are becoming mainstream, with a projected 49% increase in shipments in 2025, offering discreet health and activity tracking with longer battery life and more accurate readings than smartwatches. Leading brands like Oura, Ultrahuman, RingConn, and Samsung are innovating with features like sleep analysis, bloodwork integration, and AI insights, making smart rings a popular choice for continuous health monitoring. Oura remains a top contender due to its accuracy and design, as the category continues to grow and diversify.

via Bloomberg.com|
#fitness-tracking#health-monitoring#oura
technology28 days ago

Oura Ring 4 Dominates as Top Wearable in Sleep Tracking and Longevity

Oura, a popular sleep-tracking ring favored by celebrities and CEOs, aims to stay ahead of competitors like Apple and Google by expanding device connectivity, leveraging smartphone integration, and enhancing software with AI. Despite rising competition and the high cost of its device, Oura emphasizes trust, independence, and innovative partnerships to maintain its market position and explore new health monitoring possibilities, including integration with medical data and personalized health insights.

via CNN|
#ai#healthtech#oura
business3 months ago

Oura's valuation hits $11 billion after $900M funding boost

Finnish health tech company Oura has raised $900 million in funding led by Fidelity, valuing it at approximately $11 billion. The company plans to use the funds for AI, product innovation, and global expansion, with recent sales surpassing 5.5 million rings and revenue expected to exceed $1 billion in 2024. Oura is also expanding into health testing services and targeting new demographics, including young women.

via TechCrunch|
#business#funding#healthtech
technology1 year ago

Oura's New Symptom Radar Revolutionizes Smart Ring Health Tracking

Oura has launched Symptom Radar, a feature for its smart rings that flags early signs of respiratory illness by analyzing metrics like heart rate and temperature trends. While not diagnostic, it serves as an "illness warning light" to encourage precautionary measures. Initially introduced in beta, the feature is now available for Oura Ring Gen 3 and 4 users, offering insights into health trends and recovery from illnesses.

via The Verge|
#health-monitoring#illness-detection#oura
tech1 year ago

Oura Partners with Dexcom to Enhance Blood Sugar Monitoring with Smart Rings

Oura, the smart ring maker, has secured a $75 million investment from glucose monitoring device firm Dexcom, raising its valuation to over $5 billion. This partnership will integrate Oura's rings with Dexcom's glucose monitoring technology, allowing users to track blood sugar levels and make informed health decisions. The first app integration is expected by mid-2025. Oura, which has sold 2.5 million rings, anticipates doubling its sales in 2024. This collaboration positions Oura and Dexcom against competitors like Apple, which is also exploring noninvasive glucose monitoring solutions.

via TechCrunch|
#dexcom#glucose-monitoring#health-tech
technology1 year ago

Oura Partners with Dexcom to Integrate Blood Sugar Monitoring

Oura smart rings will soon offer enhanced blood sugar monitoring capabilities through a partnership with Dexcom, the maker of the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor in the U.S. This collaboration aims to integrate Oura's health data with Dexcom's glucose insights, providing users with a comprehensive view of their health. The first app integration is expected by mid-2025, and Dexcom is investing $75 million in Oura's Series D funding. This partnership will allow users to make informed lifestyle choices based on their glucose levels and other health metrics.

via Quartzy|
#dexcom#glucose-monitoring#health-insights
technology1 year ago

Oura CEO Challenges Apple's Smart Ring Ambitions Amid New Features

Oura, a pioneer in the smart ring market, is planning an international expansion and exploring new features, including nutrition tracking and AI integration. CEO Tom Hale emphasized Oura's focus on health and science, distinguishing it from competitors like Samsung. The company is also seeking FDA approval for diagnostic use and is testing a new AI product, Oura Advisor. Despite competition, Oura's business has strengthened, with nearly 2 million subscribers to its $5.99 monthly service. Oura is also considering new hardware products beyond its current smart rings.

via CNBC|
#ai#healthtech#internationalexpansion
technology1 year ago

Oura CEO Challenges Apple's Smart Ring Ambitions Amid New Features Launch

Oura CEO Tom Hale expressed skepticism about Apple entering the smart ring market, suggesting that Apple is unlikely to introduce a ring product due to its successful Apple Watch and AirPods lines. Hale believes Apple is cautious about undercutting its own products and notes the complexity of creating a smart ring. Despite this, he acknowledges Apple's capability to develop a competitor if desired, but sees no immediate reason for Apple to pursue this product category.

via 9to5Mac|
#apple#oura#smartring
technology1 year ago

Oura CEO Doubts Apple's Entry into Smart Ring Market

Oura CEO Tom Hale stated that Apple is unlikely to launch a smart ring, despite speculation, as the company remains focused on the Apple Watch. Hale believes Apple is unconvinced about the value of a smart ring alongside a watch and is cautious about entering a challenging product category. Oura, a pioneer in smart rings, recently released its Oura Ring 4 amid growing competition in the wearable tech market.

via CNBC|
#apple#health-tech#oura
technology1 year ago

Samsung Sues Oura in Legal Battle Over Galaxy Ring Patents

Samsung has filed a lawsuit against Oura in U.S. District Court to preemptively address potential patent infringement claims over its upcoming Galaxy Ring, set for release in August 2024. Oura, which holds over 100 smart ring patents, has previously sued other smart ring makers and is seen by Samsung as a legal threat. The outcome of this case could significantly impact the future competition and innovation in the smart ring market.

via Android Central|
#galaxy-ring#oura#patent-lawsuit
technology1 year ago

Samsung Sues Oura to Preempt Patent Claims Over Galaxy Ring

Samsung has filed a lawsuit against Oura to preemptively block potential patent infringement claims over its upcoming Galaxy Ring. The lawsuit accuses Oura of aggressive IP protection tactics and aims to prevent the Finnish startup from suing Samsung, similar to its actions against smaller competitors. The Galaxy Ring is expected to launch in the US around August 2024.

via Engadget|
#galaxy-ring#oura#patent-dispute
technology1 year ago

Samsung Preemptively Sues Oura Over Galaxy Ring Patents

Samsung has preemptively sued Oura to block potential patent claims over its upcoming Galaxy Ring, seeking a declaratory judgment that it doesn't infringe on Oura's patents. The lawsuit highlights Oura's history of suing competitors and confirms details about the Galaxy Ring's design and release schedule. This legal move could significantly impact the smart ring market, where Oura has been a dominant player.

via The Verge|
#galaxy-ring#oura#patent-lawsuit