Ultrahuman Ring PRO – What to Expect from the Next-Gen Smart Ring
Ultrahuman has confirmed a new generation of its smart ring called the Ultrahuman Ring Pro. The trademark is already registered. It may bring NFC payments, new sensors, and a redesigned look.
Let’s be honest. Ultrahuman is now under strong pressure to release a new generation of its ring. The reasons are clear:
- It's been two years since the launch of the current model, the Ultrahuman Ring Air.
- The reputation of AIR version has been hurt by frequent complaints and quality issues with some units (On the plus side, Ultrahuman replaces faulty rings without any trouble).
- And most importantly, due to a patent dispute in the US, which temporarily halted sales in that market.
⚖️ Context: Patent battle with Oura Ring
In October 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled that Ultrahuman had infringed on a patent held by Oura Health. Specifically, it was U.S. Patent No. 11,868,178, which describes the internal structure of a smart ring – how sensors, the battery, and electronics are layered inside the ring’s body.
The result? A ban on the sale and import of the Ultrahuman Ring Air in the U.S.
This was a significant issue for Ultrahuman, especially since the company even operates its own factory in Texas.
However, Ultrahuman responded immediately by announcing the development of a new ring design that would not fall under the disputed patent.
According to their official blog, “the new ring design is already in development and will be launched in the U.S. as soon as possible” (source: blog.ultrahuman.com).
What did the “Ultrahuman Ring Pro” trademark reveal?
Ultrahuman Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. filed a trademark application for “Ultrahuman Ring Pro” on July 29, 2025 — about three months after Oura Health filed its lawsuit. The timing suggests the company reacted quickly to the situation and started working on a new model that could bring it back to the U.S. market.
A key clue comes from the trademark filing itself, submitted under Class 9. The document explicitly mentions:
“software for contactless transactions via mobile and wearable devices”
In other words – contactless payments. This is a feature the current model lacks and one that could become a key differentiator for the “Pro” generation, setting it apart from other premium rings like Oura, Samsung, or RingConn.
Contactless payments and NFC-based car unlocking have been among the most requested features for the upcoming Oura Ring 4 — so this move by Ultrahuman could turn out to be a very smart one.
❓What to Expect from the Ultrahuman Ring Pro
Below is a summary of the most likely features the new model Ultrahuman PRO will offer, based on available clues, the current situation, and trends in wearable tech.
| Feature | Likelihood | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware redesign | 🔥 High | New internal layout due to Oura’s patent and the need to redesign the structure for the U.S. market |
| Slimmer profile | 📏 High | Expected thinner ring body – a trend over the past two years since the Air model, inspired by competitors (e.g. Samsung Galaxy Ring, RingConn, Omni Ring) |
| NFC payments | 💳 Medium-high | Confirmed in the trademark, a real differentiator and strong response to community demand |
| Improved PPG sensor | 🔬 Medium | More accurate HRV and SpO₂ tracking, better data stability during movement |
| Longer battery life (6+ days) | 🔋 Medium | More efficient chip, power optimization, and new firmware |
| PowerPlugs integration | ⚙️ Medium | Pure speculation: some currently paid modules (Cycle & Ovulation Pro, Cardio Adaptability, Parent Plug) might be included for free or exclusively with the Pro version |
| Manufacturing in the U.S. (Texas) | 🇺🇸 High | The UltraFactory in Texas is already producing the Air model; likely that the Pro will be built there too – beneficial for duties and logistics |
| Price | 💰 High | Estimated starting at $399 or more |
🏁 Summary
The Ultrahuman Ring Pro isn’t just a response to the patent blockade — it’s expected to be a major step forward in terms of independence, improved accuracy, reduced error rates, and new functionality — especially payments.
The Ultrahuman Ring Pro is expected to be released around late 2025 to early 2026.
Does it make sense to you? What’s on your wishlist?
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