Samsung Galaxy Ring India Price Tipped; Expected to Include Monthly Subscription
New Delhi: At the Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event in January, Samsung first teased its upcoming health-tracking wearable, the Samsung Galaxy Ring. The South Korean tech giant is anticipated to unveil the device at its next Galaxy Unpacked event, rumored to take place on July 10. While Samsung has not disclosed the pricing details for the Galaxy Ring, a new leak suggests its potential price range in India, indicating it will be a formidable competitor in the fitness tracking market.
The Samsung Galaxy Ring will be priced at approximately Rs. 35,000 in India. In the US, the wearable is expected to be priced between $300-$350 (roughly Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000). This positions the Galaxy Ring against notable competitors such as the Oura Ring, RingConn Smart Ring, and Evie Ring. The Oura Ring 3 starts at $299 (roughly Rs. 24,000), while the RingConn Smart Ring and Evie Ring are priced at $259 (roughly Rs. 21,000) and $269 (roughly Rs. 23,000), respectively. However, these competing devices are not currently available in the Indian market. Reports from Android Authority suggest that the Galaxy Ring may also come with a monthly subscription fee in the US, expected to be “under $10.”
Initially teased during the Galaxy S24 series launch event in January, Samsung also showcased the Galaxy Ring at MWC in February. The official launch is expected to coincide with the unveiling of the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 on July 10 at the next Unpacked event. The Galaxy Ring features a metallic body with sensors arranged inside, and it is confirmed to be available in three color options: black, gold, and silver. It will operate on the Samsung Health platform and offer a comprehensive range of health tracking features, including heart rate, SpO2 (blood oxygen) levels, sleep monitoring, blood pressure, and physical activity tracking.
