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Aina unveils a smart ring designed to control apps and AI agents

AI · First reported 5 Nov, 14:00 · Updated 21:16

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Aina’s $399 ring combines a display, joystick, microphone and speaker to control apps, interact with AI agents and handle tasks such as notes and calls. Preorders are scheduled to begin November 5, with shipping planned for January 2027. (cd940af3-33ac-4f9e-85e7-e8024e4b12cb; 37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)

  • The ring has a screen, joystick, microphone and speaker; it can display notifications, send prompts, record notes and take calls. (cd940af3-33ac-4f9e-85e7-e8024e4b12cb; 37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)
  • Aina presents the device as a controller for AI agents and everyday apps, rather than primarily as a health-tracking ring. (cd940af3-33ac-4f9e-85e7-e8024e4b12cb; 37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)
  • The ring can control music and smart-home devices, including Apple TV; gestures can trigger actions depending on the app or content on a connected device. (cd940af3-33ac-4f9e-85e7-e8024e4b12cb; 37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)
  • Preorders are reported to start November 5 at $399, with the price rising to $499 after the early-bird offer; Aina plans to ship in January 2027. (cd940af3-33ac-4f9e-85e7-e8024e4b12cb; 37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)
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Early-bird price
$399 (cd940af3-33ac-4f9e-85e7-e8024e4b12cb; 37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)
Price after early-bird offer
$499 (cd940af3-33ac-4f9e-85e7-e8024e4b12cb; 37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)
Planned shipping
January 2027 (cd940af3-33ac-4f9e-85e7-e8024e4b12cb; 37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)
Reported preorder date
November 5 (37efe165-dad2-4fb8-94ac-2f164a9ae299)

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