Ultrahuman is growing its range of wearables with the Ring Pro, their third smart ring, which offers a really good 15-day battery life and is more focused on being useful in everyday life. As well as the device itself, the company is releasing Jade – an AI system which gives all Ultrahuman users, at no extra cost, real-time health information.
When it goes on global sale and what it costs
The Ultrahuman Ring Pro can be pre-ordered all over the world, and will be sent out from March. The United States is not included in the first release, but other countries can join a queue that works on a first-come, first-served basis.
At $479 before tax, the Ring Pro is definitely in the top price range for smart rings. Buyers can choose from Bionic Gold, Space Silver, Aster Black, and Raw Titanium – in sizes 5 to 14.
Ultrahuman is also doing a trade-in scheme. People who own the Ring Air, and some smart rings from other companies, can get up to $115 off the Ring Pro, making it easier to get the new model.
Build quality, how tough it is, and the sensors
The Ring Pro keeps the light titanium build of its predecessor, but has moved to a one-piece design which is meant to last. Ultrahuman says this design helps the ring stand up to being worn every day, while still being small and neat.
Inside, the company has redesigned how it senses heart rate, to give a better signal when people are asleep or recovering. A new dual-core processor lets the ring do faster processing of data on the device, and on-chip machine learning to make it more accurate.
Ultrahuman also talks about ProRelease Technology, a safety feature which allows the ring to be cut more easily by professionals if a finger swells or is injured. It’s a small addition that prepares for rare cases and emergencies.
Battery, charging case and how much data it stores
Battery life is the most important thing. Ultrahuman says the Ring Pro can last up to 15 days on one charge – a big jump from the 4 to 6 days that many people got with the Ring Air. If this holds up in real life, it will cut down on how often you need to charge it, and help you keep a continuous record of your health.
This is good compared to its competitors. The Oura Ring 4 is said to last about 7 to 8 days, and Samsung’s Galaxy Ring usually lasts up to 7 days depending on the settings. A long battery life could be a real selling point for people who travel a lot, or are athletes.
A new Pro Charging Case adds to what the ring can do. Ultrahuman says the case can give up to 45 days of extra battery life, and store up to a year’s worth of ring data. It also supports diagnostics through direct connection to the case, and has an LED to quickly see the battery level.
Charging has been improved with UltraSnap technology, which uses magnets to click the ring into place, and aims to reduce heat compared to normal wireless pads. The case supports Qi charging and, according to Ultrahuman, has a built-in speaker to help you find it if you misplace it.
To keep data safe, the Ring Pro itself can store up to 250 days of health data. This is useful for people who travel to places without internet, or who don’t want to sync often without losing their records.
Jade AI: real-time information for everyday health
Released with the device, Jade is an AI system which analyses data from the Ring Pro, and other Ultrahuman services, including blood tests and continuous glucose monitoring. Rather than just making graphs, Jade looks for patterns and gives useful suggestions.
The company says Jade can start breathing exercises, warn about worrying changes, and combine data from sleep, glucose and activity into advice you can act on. Importantly, Jade is being released worldwide to all Ultrahuman users – including people who own Ring Air.
What Jade can do when it is first released
Ultrahuman lists a number of features powered by Jade. AFib detection checks heart rhythm every night, with warnings for unusual patterns. A caffeine window tool works out the best time to have coffee and your real-time body caffeine levels, based on your own data.
For sleep and breathing, Jade can analyse snoring and general respiratory trends. Users on GLP-1 treatments can see lifestyle data along with their wellness journey, while Cycle and Ovulation Pro aims to give very accurate information about ovulation, according to the company.
Other areas include information about migraines, developed with a digital treatment partner, plus advice about vitamin D, adapting to shift work, pregnancy, getting your body clock right, and social jetlag. The plans for the future hint at smart home actions and health suggestions which are proactive.
Where it fits in the smart ring market
With a price of $479 and a top-quality build, the Ultrahuman Ring Pro is up against the best smart rings on the market. The promise of up to 15 days on a charge, a strong Pro Charging Case, and a lot of offline data storage make a good case for people who want a reliable experience.
For buyers in countries where local support is important, Ultrahuman’s existing presence can be a good thing. The fact that it’s not being released in the U.S. at first might slow progress in that market, but being available worldwide, and fast shipping times, will help early users elsewhere.
If you want to track your health without a device on your wrist, the Ring Pro gives a discreet alternative. Those who already use smartwatch systems from Apple, Samsung or Garmin may value their wider apps and sensors, but a smart ring which lasts a long time and syncs easily will appeal to people who want to keep things simple.
All in all, the Ring Pro and Jade AI show a more mature approach: more battery life, stronger hardware, and software which turns numbers into useful advice. If the real-world performance lives up to what is claimed, Ultrahuman has set a new standard for what a smart ring can do, day to day.
