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Samsung Galaxy Ring 2
Updated June 15, 2026
Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 is not coming in 2026. The original Galaxy Ring launched in July 2024 with strong momentum — no subscription fees, solid sleep tracking, massive retail distribution — then went completely quiet. Two years later, multiple sources confirm the sequel is delayed to early 2027, blocked by underwhelming post-launch sales, an active ITC patent dispute with Oura, and Samsung 2026 hardware priorities consuming all engineering resources.
The Oura ITC case is the wildcard. Oura filed a patent complaint against Samsung in November 2025. If Oura wins an import ban, every existing Galaxy Ring model leaves US store shelves. Samsung is not going to launch a sequel while that case is live. The case timeline puts early 2027 as the earliest credible window — likely alongside Galaxy S27 at Samsung January or February Unpacked.
What Galaxy Ring 2 brings when it arrives: improved temperature sensors, better sleep data accuracy, expanded cardiovascular health insights, a possible solid-state battery for multi-week life, and a thinner profile. No subscription fee is the feature that matters most to the market. Oura Ring 5 is $5.99 per month on top of hardware. Galaxy Ring 2 will not be.
Expected
Early 2027
Confidence
Rumored
Est. price
~$399 (est.)
Latest news
All in Tracker →Quick answers
When will Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 be released?
Early 2027 — likely at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked in January or February 2027 alongside the Galaxy S27 series. Samsung originally targeted 2026 but pushed the launch due to underwhelming Galaxy Ring 1 sales, an ongoing ITC patent dispute with Oura, and competing 2026 hardware priorities.
Android CentralWhy is Galaxy Ring 2 delayed?
Three reasons: Galaxy Ring 1 sales were underwhelming after the initial launch burst; Oura filed an ITC patent complaint against Samsung in November 2025 and Samsung cannot launch a successor while an import ban is possible; and Samsung 2026 engineering resources are consumed by Galaxy Watch 9, Galaxy Glasses, and the foldables.
MemeburnWill Galaxy Ring 2 have a subscription fee?
No — this is Samsung primary competitive advantage over Oura. Galaxy Ring 1 has no subscription, and Ring 2 is expected to maintain that. Oura Ring 5 requires $5.99 per month or $69.99 annually for full features.
Tom's GuideBuy now or wait?
Oura Ring 5 is available now at $399 with a $5.99/month subscription. Galaxy Ring 2 is roughly six months away with no subscription. The choice is: pay the subscription and get the world smallest smart ring with blood pressure signals today, or wait six months and pay nothing extra per month on Android.
Android Galaxy phone users: wait. The no-subscription advantage is real money over time, and six months is not long. Galaxy Ring 1 still works — if you have it, keep using it.
iPhone users: Galaxy Ring 2 will not work with your phone. Oura Ring 5 is your option.
Price
From $399
~$399 (est.)
Availability
Available now
Early 2027
Subscription
$5.99/mo or $69.99/yr (required)
None
Battery
6–9 days
Multi-week (solid-state, rumored)
Blood pressure
Blood Pressure Signals (trend, not clinical)
Improved cardiovascular insights (rumored)
Blood glucose
No
Speculative
Size
6.09mm wide, 2.29mm thick (world's smallest)
Thinner than Ring 1 (rumored)
Ecosystem
iOS + Android
Android only (Galaxy phones for full features)
Material
Titanium
Titanium
Water resistance
100m waterproof
10 ATM (expected)
GLP-1 tracking
Yes
Unknown
Status
Available now
Expected early 2027
Reported features
No subscription fee — primary competitive advantage over Oura Ring 5
Galaxy Ring 1 has no monthly subscription. Galaxy Ring 2 is expected to maintain this. Oura Ring 5 requires $5.99 per month or $69.99 annually for full feature access. Over two years of ownership, that is $140+ in subscription costs on top of the hardware. This is the feature that matters most to mainstream buyers.
ITC patent case with Oura — primary delay driver and launch uncertainty
Oura filed a patent complaint against Samsung at the US International Trade Commission in November 2025. If Oura wins, Samsung faces a potential import ban on all Galaxy Ring models in the US market. Samsung will not launch Galaxy Ring 2 while this outcome is uncertain. Case resolution is the primary variable in the Ring 2 launch timeline.
Improved temperature sensors and sleep data accuracy
ETNews supply chain sources specifically identified three improvement areas for Galaxy Ring 2: temperature sensors, sleep data accuracy, and cardiovascular health insights. These are confirmed internal development priorities.
Expanded cardiovascular health insights
Confirmed as one of three internal development priorities per ETNews. Consistent with the cardiovascular health direction of Galaxy Watch 9 and the broader Samsung Health AI platform announced June 2026.
Solid-state battery — possible multi-week battery life
Rumored by multiple sources for Galaxy Ring 2. Solid-state batteries enable thinner form factors and potentially multi-week charge cycles vs. the 7-day lithium-ion life of current smart rings including Oura Ring 5. Would be a first for the smart ring category if confirmed.
Thinner profile and optimized internal component placement for comfort
Leaker Lanzuk on Naver reported design improvements including a possible thinner profile and better internal layout for improved wear comfort.
Additional sizes — expanding the current 9-size range
Current Galaxy Ring offers sizes 5–13 (nine sizes). Galaxy Ring 2 is rumored to add sizes at both ends of the range to capture buyers currently excluded by Galaxy Ring 1 fit constraints.
Non-invasive blood glucose monitoring — speculative, consistent with Samsung patterns
Glucose monitoring has been linked to Galaxy Ring 2, consistent with broader Samsung health sensor rumors. However, the same rumor has circulated for years across multiple Samsung products without materializing. Treat as speculative until confirmed. ITC patent case resolution may affect what Samsung can include.
Timeline
Jul 2024
Galaxy Ring 1 launches — no subscription, solid debut
Samsung Galaxy Ring launches at $399 with no monthly subscription fee, solid sleep tracking, and massive retail distribution. Initial reception strong.
Samsung Newsroom2025
Galaxy Ring sales slow — Samsung goes quiet
After the strong launch, Galaxy Ring sales slow to a pace below Samsung internal targets. No feature updates generate meaningful re-engagement. Samsung quietly pushes the Ring 2 launch timeline.
MemeburnNov 2025
Oura files ITC patent complaint against Samsung Galaxy Ring
Oura files a patent infringement complaint against Samsung at the US International Trade Commission. If Oura wins, Samsung faces a potential import ban on all Galaxy Ring models in the US market. Samsung cannot launch a successor while this outcome is unresolved.
MemeburnMay 28, 2026
Oura Ring 5 launches — 40% smaller, blood pressure signals, $399
Oura launches Ring 5 with a 40% smaller form factor, blood pressure trend signals, nighttime breathing analysis, GLP-1 tracking, and 6–9 day battery. Sets the benchmark Galaxy Ring 2 must beat.
MacRumorsMay 2026
ETNews: Galaxy Ring 2 pushed to early 2027
Korean publication ETNews reports Galaxy Ring 2 is delayed to early 2027. Three reasons: underwhelming Ring 1 sales, the ongoing Oura ITC case, and Samsung 2026 hardware priorities.
Android CentralEarly 2027
Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 expected — likely at Galaxy S27 Unpacked
Outlook
What's next
Beyond Galaxy Ring 2: the Oura ITC case may shape how Samsung designs Ring 2 sensors. If Samsung loses, it may need to redesign the heart rate sensor array before launch. If Samsung wins or settles, Ring 2 launches as planned. The outcome of that case is the single biggest unknown in the smart ring market heading into 2027.
MemeburnWhat the codenames mean
Solid-state batteryRumored Galaxy Ring 2 power source — would enable thinner profile and potentially multi-week battery life vs. the ~7-day life of current lithium-ion smart ringsITC case (Oura v. Samsung)Patent complaint Oura filed at the US International Trade Commission in November 2025 — the primary legal obstacle blocking Galaxy Ring 2 US launchSamsung Galaxy Ring 2 coverage by iDevice
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