Apple Watch Ultra Vs Smart Rings | My Experience With Ultrahuman Ring Air and Ringconn Gen1/2 |

Summary

In this video, the creator discusses their experience comparing the Apple Watch Ultra with the Ultrahuman Ring Air and Ringcon Gen 1 & 2. After wearing the Apple Watch for years, they found the comfort and convenience of the smart rings more appealing, particularly for sleep tracking. While the Apple Watch provides comprehensive fitness data, the rings are lighter, more comfortable, and less intrusive. The video highlights the benefits of the rings, including sleep apnea detection, easy charging, and overall comfort, ultimately recommending the Ultrahuman Ring Air for its design and usability, while suggesting Apple could benefit from creating a smart ring option.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Apple Watch Ultra is a great device with a large, bright screen and excellent fitness tracking features.
• 😀 The user initially loved the Apple Watch Ultra but recently found it less comfortable and practical for sleep tracking.
• 😀 The Ultra Human Ring Air is a lightweight and comfortable alternative, offering many of the same fitness tracking features as the Apple Watch.
• 😀 The Ultra Human Ring Air tracks metrics like HRV, sleep, steps, activity, and blood oxygen, making it a powerful tool for health monitoring.
• 😀 The RingCon Gen 1, though initially compared with the Ultra Human Ring, was uncomfortable due to its bulky design.
• 😀 The Ultra Human Ring Air’s titanium design and circular shape make it more comfortable and practical for daily wear compared to the RingCon.
• 😀 The Ultra Human Ring Air is especially comfortable for sleep tracking, which is a major selling point for users who don’t want to wear a bulky watch overnight.
• 😀 The RingCon comes with a convenient charging case, which can charge the ring multiple times without needing to recharge itself, making it very portable.
• 😀 The Apple Watch Ultra requires frequent recharging, which can be inconvenient, especially if the user forgets to charge it when out and about.
• 😀 Apple should consider developing a smart ring to complement the existing Apple Watch, offering users a choice between the two for different use cases.
• 😀 The user’s preference now leans towards the Ultra Human Ring Air due to its comfort, convenience, and superior sleep tracking capabilities, although the Apple Watch still holds sentimental value.

Q & A

What were the main reasons the user stopped wearing the Apple Watch Ultra?

The user stopped wearing the Apple Watch Ultra mainly due to discomfort while sleeping with the watch, despite its great performance in tracking fitness metrics. The user preferred the Ultra Human Ring Air and Ringcon, which were more comfortable for overnight use.

What are the key differences between the Apple Watch Ultra and the Ultra Human Ring Air in terms of wearability?

The Apple Watch Ultra is larger and bulkier, making it uncomfortable for sleep tracking, whereas the Ultra Human Ring Air is lightweight, discreet, and easy to wear day and night without any discomfort.

How did the user feel about the design of the Ringcon Gen 1 and Gen 2?

The user found the Ringcon Gen 1 uncomfortable due to its square-ish circle shape, especially when worn on the index finger. However, the Ringcon Gen 2 was more comfortable but had a flashy design that the user didn’t particularly like.

Why did the user prefer the Ultra Human Ring Air over the Ringcon models?

The user preferred the Ultra Human Ring Air due to its comfortable, simple design, and light titanium material, which made it easy to wear daily. It also felt less intrusive compared to the Ringcon models.

What was the advantage of the Ringcon Gen 1’s charging case?

The charging case of the Ringcon Gen 1 was highly convenient because it allowed the user to charge the ring on the go without needing to recharge the case itself for over two months.

How does the Apple Watch Ultra compare to the Ultra Human Ring Air in terms of battery life?

The Apple Watch Ultra requires frequent charging, with the user often receiving low battery notifications when out, while the Ultra Human Ring Air provides longer battery life and is more convenient for daily wear without worrying about charging as often.

What types of health metrics are tracked by both the Ultra Human Ring Air and Ringcon?

Both the Ultra Human Ring Air and Ringcon track a variety of health metrics, including heart rate variability (HRV), sleep, daily activity, blood oxygen levels, and steps. The Ringcon Gen 2 also includes sleep apnea detection.

What feature of the Ringcon did the user not find appealing?

The user did not find the design of the Ringcon Gen 2 appealing, as it was too flashy for their personal taste.

Why does the user believe Apple should release a smart ring?

The user believes that Apple should release a smart ring because it would offer consumers a choice between the convenience of a discreet, lightweight ring and the more traditional smartwatch experience, addressing a demand for alternative wearable technology.

What is the user’s current usage pattern with the Ultra Human Ring Air?

The user wears the Ultra Human Ring Air by rotating it between their left and right ring fingers, switching the ring at night for comfort. They appreciate how the ring 'disappears' during wear, feeling like it’s not even there.