Samsung’s new Galaxy Ring is the latest proof that wearable technology is rapidly reshaping how South Africans track their health and wellness. Far from the bulky fitness trackers of a few years ago, the Galaxy Ring condenses advanced sensors into a sleek Grade 5 titanium band that weighs between 2.3 g and 3 g, making it as discreet as it is powerful. With 10 ATM (An international standard for water-resistance, in this case the ring is waterproof up to 100m of water for 10 minutes) and IP68 water-resistance, this tiny device doesn’t need to come off – whether you’re swimming, showering, or heading into the wild.

Battery life extends up to a week on a single charge, delivered by a stylish, LED-lit case. Once paired with a Galaxy smartphone, the ring quietly records heart rate, skin temperature, and activity levels around the clock. All that data feeds into Samsung Health’s Galaxy AI, generating personalised “Energy Scores,” sleep insights, and automatic workout tracking: capabilities that would have seemed like science fiction only a few years ago.

The Galaxy Ring even lets users control their phone with a double-pinch gesture, snapping a selfie or silencing an alarm without ever touching the screen. Setup is seamless, too: open the case, pair with Bluetooth, and let the ring handle the rest.

Available in Titanium Black, Silver, or Gold and in sizes 8 to 15, the Galaxy Ring is now on sale in South Africa for about R7,999.

In a world where health tracking is becoming ever more effortless and intelligent, Samsung’s Galaxy Ring sets a new benchmark for what wearable tech can deliver – subtle, smart, and always ready.