# Oura files patents for a modular smart ring with clip-on sensors

Source: https://idevice.com/oura-modular-smart-ring-patent-sensors
Published: 2026-05-07

## What happened

Oura filed patents for a modular smart ring with clip-on attachments that could add sensors or battery life without permanent bulk.

## Sources

- [Oura’s detachable ring idea may be bigger than just battery swaps](https://gadgetsandwearables.com/2026/05/08/oura-modular-ring/) (Gadgets & Wearables, 2026-05-07)