The Xenxo S Ring was successfully backed on Kickstarter back in May 2018, raising over $500,000 in the process. Since then, the guys behind Xenxo have provided regular updates on progress, including finding a manufacturer and posting images of beta parts. We did a preview of our own and were especially impressed by the huge Read more about Xenxo S-Ring Update – Good News[…]
At CES 2019, Motiv have announced that the Motiv Smart Ring will be getting a new feature this year, allowing it to use it’s inbuilt hear rate monitor to identify the wearer. This opens up a range of possibilities, the most interesting being the ability to make secure payments with the ring. By combining NFC Read more about Motiv Smart Ring to get biometric security feature[…]
Updated Jan 2019: See our recent post on Motiv’s announcement at CES 2019, where they discuss the addition of biometric security features, using your heart rate as a way to identify you. The Motiv Smart Ring is designed to be worn day and night to motivate you to “keep living better”. It offers a sleak Read more about Motiv Smart Ring Review[…]
2019 Update: Following its successful crowd funding in 2017/2018 (raising almost half a million USD on Kickstarter and IndieGoGo), the Orii Smart Ring has been launched with great success. In fact, the order page on the Orii site often reads that they are currently out of stock, such is the popularity of the ring. This post Read more about Orii Smart Ring Review – Communications Game Changer[…]
Rumours have been emerging in the last week about a Microsoft Smart Ring in the pipeline. Microsoft have filed a patent for a smart ring, that includes typical functionality such as controlling other devices with the ring. However, in our opinion, the most notable inclusion in this patent is the use of gesture control. We’ll Read more about Is there a Microsoft Smart Ring with gesture features on the horizon?[…]
Smart rings have actually been around for a while now (well, not that long, but things move fast in technology, so even 1 year is a long time). The first smart rings appeared in early 2013, but the concept and the rumours go back to the mid 00’s. Since then, each year has seen more Read more about Just How Big Is The Smart Ring Market Size?[…]
Kerv, the makers of the Kerv Ring have changed their branding. They will no longer be known as Kerv Wearables, they’re changing to K Wearables. Similarly, the Kerv Ring, will now be known as K Ring. They’re even launching a new site, www.mykring.com. Why, I hear you ask? Well, the FAQ on their site explains Read more about Kerv Ring is now K Ring[…]
Ever wanted to know what happens when someone knocks on your door and discovers you are not home? Most law abiding citizens who come to your door will just walk away when there is no response from homeowners and come back another time. There are others who will use that knowledge in more sinister ways. Read more about Want to answer the knock at your door…even if you are not home…with the help of your Smart Ring?[…]
There are times in your life when you want the extra comfort of having a personal protection system in place. Personal protection systems have a very broad range of application. They are invaluable for a range of situations. They’re suitable for teenagers, parents, night workers, delivery route employees, business owners, and college students. Even joggers, Read more about Personal Alarms and Protection Systems[…]
The Orii Smart Ring kickstarter campaign has ended it’s kickstarter campaign in style. The final tally was an amazing $333,619 pledged! There were a total of 2,082 backers. Considering the target was only $30,000, this demonstrates the market is desperate to see this innovative wearable become a reality. We’ve previously previewed the Orii Smart Ring here. The Read more about Orii Smart Ring Kickstarter campaign a huge success[…]