Ultrahuman Ring Pro Nears Launch
The Ultrahuman Ring Pro smart ring has cleared a major regulatory hurdle with its FCC registration, signaling the health and sleep tracking device is finalized and expected to hit the U.S. market soon. The device is positioned as a competitor to the Oura Ring and other advanced wearables.
- The "Pro" model was developed in response to a U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) ruling in October 2025, which found that the previous Ultrahuman Ring Air infringed on a patent held by competitor Oura Health. This ruling, which pertained to the internal layout of sensors and electronics, led to a sales and import ban of the Ring Air in the U.S. - A trademark application for the "Ultrahuman Ring Pro" explicitly mentions software for "contactless transactions," strongly suggesting the new device will include NFC for payments, a feature its predecessor lacked. - FCC filings confirm the Ring Pro will be available in multiple finishes, including Raw Titanium, Matte Gray, Silver, Gold, and Aster Black. The filings also reveal a new FCC ID for the charger, indicating a significant internal component redesign to avoid previous patent issues. - While a specific launch date is unconfirmed, the confidentiality clause on the FCC filing expires in May 2026, making a U.S. launch likely before then. - The smart ring market is experiencing rapid growth, with one forecast projecting an increase from $1.1 billion in 2025 to over $7.3 billion by 2032. Key competitors in this market include Oura, RingConn, Movano Health, and Samsung. - A key differentiator for Ultrahuman has been its subscription-free model for core features, which contrasts with the monthly subscription required by market leader Oura for full data access. - The previous model, the Ultrahuman Ring Air, tracks health metrics using a photoplethysmography (PPG) sensor for heart rate and blood oxygen, a 6-axis motion sensor, and a non-contact temperature sensor.
