RingConn Gen 2 smart ring ZDNET's key takeaways The RingConn Gen 2 is a subscription-free smart ring for $299.
It monitors your sleep, activity, stress, and vitals with a marathon battery life.
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I've tested dozens of smart rings, and most claim to have batteries that last about a week, but make it to day five or six before dying on me. Part of the appeal of smart rings, compared to smartwatches, is supposed to be their longer battery life, so what gives?
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I've got one for you if you want a smart ring with a truly competitive battery life. I've been testing the RingConn Gen 2 smart ring that boasts 10 to 12 days -- significantly more than some of the most popular rings on the market. In addition, it comes with other perks -- and a few drawbacks -- that set it apart.
Right off the bat, the RingConn 2 has some green flags. Unlike competing smart ring brands with products that start at $350 and go all the way up to $400 or $450, this smart ring costs $300 -- and has no subscription gatekeeping your health data. Sizing starts at six and goes through size 14, and you can get the ring in three colors: silver, black, and gold.
The build of the ring is more square than circular, but I found myself unbothered by this unique shape. It fits comfortably around my finger with no problems. Despite healthy and frequent wear, the ring doesn't tarnish easily, either.
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The RingConn Gen 2 comes with a case that extends its already impressively long battery life, powering the smart ring's empty battery for over 150+ days. As someone who is constantly charging several wearable devices at a time, this long-lasting charging case you can use untethered from an outlet is a huge plus.
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