Home / Technology / Oura Ring 5: Smaller, Smarter Health Tracker
Oura Ring 5: Smaller, Smarter Health Tracker
28 May
Summary
- Oura Ring 5 is 40% smaller, waterproof up to 100 meters.
- New features include blood pressure monitoring and live workout tracking.
- Software updates and new health features available starting June.
The highly anticipated Oura Ring 5 is here, marking a significant advancement in wearable health technology. This new model is approximately 40 percent smaller than its predecessor and features a more robust design, including enhanced scratch resistance and waterproof capabilities up to 100 meters.
The Oura Ring 5 incorporates a redesigned sensor for improved accuracy in heart rate readings during sleep and workouts. Its battery now offers a full week of use, facilitating continuous wear and maximizing the benefit of Oura's software investments.
Key software enhancements include live workout tracking and the new Health Radar. The Health Radar builds upon previous symptom tracking by adding blood pressure monitoring and detailed nighttime breathing pattern analysis, which can help identify potential sleep apnea risks.
Notably, the Oura Ring 5 introduces a novel approach to blood pressure tracking by monitoring blood flow changes correlated with high blood pressure, a feature also seen in the latest Apple Watches. Additional features include Oura Health Records for uploading personal health data and a collaboration with Cambridge Cognition for cognitive function studies.
All software updates are scheduled for release in June. The Oura Ring 5 is available for preorder starting today, with shipping commencing June 4. Pricing varies by model, ranging from $399 to $499, with an additional $99 for the charging case. An Oura membership, priced at $5.99 per month or $69.99 annually, remains a requirement for full functionality.
