The battle for the finger-worn health tracker crown appears to be heating up. Just as Samsung’s Galaxy Ring hits shelves, whispers of its main competitor’s next move have emerged. Android Authority spotted the “OA11” during a certification process, all but confirming it’s the Oura Ring 4.
The certification documents leave little room for speculation. It explicitly mentions the wearable name as “Oura Ring 4” and there’s another variant with model number “OA12,” which may be a design variant of the ring.
The certification also includes images of the ring which reveal a shift in design from the Oura Gen 3 and its Horizon counterpart.
The Oura Ring 4 has a slightly raised middle section with a distinct gradation towards the edges. This replaces the seamless transition into the frame as seen on the previous model. While the outer shell appears metallic, you still have the familiar transparent sensor cover, likely made of synthetic resin.
The sensor layout shows some changes, but details are limited. It’s unclear if the Oura Ring 4 includes new sensors beyond the Oura Gen 3’s skin temperature, SpO2, and heart rate sensors.
Fortunately, there seem to be plenty of size options, as the ring is said to be tested in sizes 7, 9, 13, and 15. As a result, it’s fair to guess that the Oura Ring 4 will be available in sizes ranging from at least 7 to 15. The images included in the listing reportedly show a size 10 ring.
Oura has not officially confirmed the launch details for the Ring 4. However, with the certification process underway, the launch shouldn’t be far off.
Hopefully, the next round of information will clarify whether the Oura Ring 4 can maintain its lead in the smart ring market or if the new design is just a cosmetic update.
