Ultrahuman, a Bengaluru-based wearable maker, recently introduced the Ring Pro, their latest smart ring model with enhanced features. The Ring Pro boasts an impressive battery life of up to 15 days, a significant improvement from its predecessor, the Ring Air, which offered only four to six days of battery life. Priced at $479, the Ring Pro is now available for pre-orders worldwide, excluding the U.S., with shipments scheduled to begin in March.
The launch of the Ring Pro comes as Ultrahuman aims to revitalize its U.S. business, which was impacted last year by a patent dispute with rival company Oura. The dispute, which resulted in a ruling in favor of Oura by the U.S. International Trade Commission, hindered Ultrahuman’s ability to import new ring inventory into the U.S. market. Despite this setback, Ultrahuman remains optimistic about its global operations, reporting an annualized revenue run rate of approximately $150 million.
To circumvent the patent issues with Oura, Ultrahuman redesigned the Ring Pro with a new form factor and improved features. The device has been submitted to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for clearance, signaling Ultrahuman’s commitment to re-entering the U.S. market.
In addition to the Ring Pro, Ultrahuman also introduced Jade, a real-time “biointelligence” system that analyzes user health data across all their devices and services. Jade aims to provide personalized insights and recommendations to users in real-time, moving beyond traditional retrospective health summaries.
The Ring Pro features a redesigned heart-rate sensing architecture for improved signal quality during sleep, a new dual-core processor for enhanced data accuracy, and the ability to store up to 250 days of health data. Ultrahuman has also unveiled the Pro Charger, a charging case with up to 45 days of battery life, supporting on-the-go charging and wireless charging via Qi technology.
Ultrahuman’s user base is predominantly female, with women accounting for about 68% of their customers. The company also offers subscription-based services like PowerPlugs, Blood Vision, Ultrahuman Home, and continuous glucose monitoring, contributing to their overall revenue.
Global smart ring shipments have seen significant growth, with Ultrahuman positioning itself as a key player in the market alongside Oura. With a focus on sensor accuracy, AI-driven insights, and ecosystem integration, Ultrahuman is poised for continued success in the wearables industry.
Founded in 2019, Ultrahuman has raised $55 million in funding and has garnered support from notable investors. The company is actively expanding its production capacity to meet the growing demand for the Ring Pro and other products in their lineup.
