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The smart ring category is hot right now, but is Apple ready to get in on the action on its own?

In the last few months we’ve seen the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Ring and the RingConn Smart Ring, while the Oura Ring (now in its third generation) is the long-standing frontrunner in the race for the best smart rings. Rumors that Apple might be tempted to join the party have been circulating for a few years now, and it appears that Apple is at least somewhat in the planning stages of this form factor.

Here we have compiled everything we know and think we know about the so-called Apple Ring: the leaks and rumors that have surfaced, the predicted price, the possible release date and more. We’ve also added some of the features and specs we’d like to see from the Apple Ring.

Apple Ring: in a nutshell

• What is that? A supposed smart ring made by Apple

• When might it appear? TBC, but not before 2025

• How much could it cost? Expect to pay $399 / £399 / AU$750 or more

Apple Ring: price and release date predictions

We don’t have much indication of how much the Apple Ring might cost, but we can take a look at some of the other options on the market. The Samsung Galaxy Ring is available for $399 / £399 and up (Australian pricing is yet to be confirmed), while the Oura Ring 3 is available for $299 / £299 and up (and is not currently available in Australia).

That gives you an idea of ​​the price points we’re talking about. Apple wants to stay competitive, but (as its best iPhones show) it’s not afraid to put a price premium on its products. If we had to guess, we’d say the Apple Ring will be slightly more expensive than its competitors from Samsung and Oura.

Also keep in mind that the best Oura Ring features require a monthly subscription ($5.99 / £5.99 per month). Apple already has the Fitness Plus program that you can sign up for if you own an Apple Watch ($9.99 / £9.99 / AU$14.99 per month). Therefore, it is quite possible that this is also an optional extra for the smart ring.

When it comes to a release date, 2024 and even 2025 seem unlikely given the frequency of leaks and rumors we’ve seen so far; It doesn’t appear that a launch is imminent. We didn’t see an Apple Ring alongside the Apple Watch 10 at the It’s Glowtime event in September 2024, but there’s a chance it could join the Apple Watch 11 in September 2025 if the device shows up as expected.

Apple Ring: Leaks and Rumors

The Apple Ring rumors go back a long way, at least to 2020. A patent filed by Apple this year showed that a smart ring would be used to control other devices – with the idea that you could potentially control the channels on your Apple TV could switch by tapping your ring. Of course, patents aren’t always a guarantee of future products, but they show what companies are thinking about and researching.

In 2023, Apple again filed smart ring patents that positioned its potential device as a type of controller for other devices. It seems that each Apple Ring that appears will not only focus on health and fitness, but will also give you new ways to control features on your other Apple devices.

It seems that Apple isn’t limiting itself to finger-mounted wearables either. Another patent from 2023 revealed plans for a type of apple anklet that could be worn around the ankle or around the neck. The success of the Apple Watch is obviously causing Apple to think about how you can track more fitness metrics.

Meanwhile, an industry report out of South Korea suggested in early 2024 that an Apple smart ring was on the way to take on the likes of Samsung and Oura. However, since nothing has emerged in the past few months, either the report’s sources were mistaken or Apple has changed its mind about the future product launch schedule.

We saw another sign that an Apple Ring could be on the way: an Apple survey sent to Apple Watch owners asking how many of them currently wear a smart ring alongside their smartwatch. It may be a bit of a stretch to use this as evidence of an Apple Ring, but it’s not nothing.

And that’s it for the Apple Ring rumors – no hint of pricing, specs, design or anything like that. The lack of details in the rumors suggests that a release could still be some way off, although there was enough excitement at this point to suggest that it is at least being considered.

Apple Ring: What we want to see

If an Apple Ring is indeed on the way, what will it look like – and how might it beat existing models? If Apple engineers are reading this, here’s what we want from an Apple Smart Ring.

1. Excellent battery life

Of course, this shows up on every wish list for every device, but decent battery life is a must – especially since the standard Apple Watch won’t last more than a day or two without a charge. In fact, that could be a major selling point for the Apple Ring: continue to track your steps and other activities while your Apple Watch is charging.

2. Premium sleep tracking

Speaking of charging the Apple Watch, many users charge their watch overnight. This means that the smartwatch often cannot be used for sleep tracking, and we hope the Apple Ring can do this very well. In addition, due to its smaller size and lighter weight, a smart ring is better suited for tracking movements while you sleep.

3. Lots of software features without a subscription

We’ve already mentioned Apple Fitness Plus, but we hope that many of the features of an Apple Ring are available without a subscription – like with the Apple Watch. And for those who want additional features like fitness videos, workout plan customizations, in-session metrics, and more, there could be an additional subscription option.

4. A superior design

There are really only so many ways to design a smart ring, but we hope Apple gives the Apple Ring the same aesthetic flavor as shown on the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. We’re thinking about a super slim and super light form factor, a choice of different colors and a smart ring that is one of the most comfortable on the market.

5. Seamless integration of the Apple ecosystem

Apple usually does this perfectly, with iPhones, iPads, Macs and Apple Watches constantly getting new integrations and connections – so we’re hoping this extends to Apple Ring too. It’s unlikely that Apple wants the Smart Ring to replace the Apple Watch, and in fact it could be a useful screen for it (remember, Oura also has an Apple Watch app).

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WILSON, NC (Anderson Athletics) – Redshirt junior Jalon Warthen-Carr (Macon, Ga.) scored the first kick return touchdown in program history in the third quarter when he took the ball 96 yards to the house, but the football team’s Anderson University (2-2, 0-2 SAC) failed to pick up its first conference win as it fell 27-13 to Barton (2-2, 1-1 SAC) on Saturday, September 28th.

Redshirt freshman Riley Willis (Apopka, Fla.) made his first start under center for the Black and Gold and scored the only other score for the Trojans when he came in from three yards out as time expired in the fourth quarter. Willis went 12 of 26 for 80 yards in the contest and added 48 yards on the ground. Warthen-Carr was also the Trojans’ leading receiver on the day, hauling in five catches for 35 yards. Redshirt junior Monz Campbell (Lake Waccamaw, NC) led the Trojans on the ground, catching 21 throws for 78 yards.

Redshirt junior Jerrod Woods (Leesburg, Ga.) and redshirt freshman Carter Wit (Johns Creek, Ga.) led the Black and Gold’s defensive effort, each recording 10 tackles on the day, while Woods recorded two TFLs. Redshirt freshman Josiah Jeffery (Greenwood, S.C.) intercepted a pass at the line that ended up in the hands of redshirt freshman Josh Peacock (Grovetown, Ga.), who caught his first collegiate interception. Junior Triston Lyon (Gainesville, Ga.) averaged 43.6 yards on his five punts, including a long of 56.

The first half of the game was hard fought for both sides as neither team was able to post any points on the field in the first 15 minutes of play, although momentum was slightly on the Trojans’ side late in the quarter as Peacock’s interception brought a quick approach to Barton’s Best field position so far at halftime. Both teams’ offenses began to find their rhythm in the second quarter as the Trojans managed to put together a 61-yard drive that stalled at the Barton 31-yard line due to a failed fourth down conversion. Barton took advantage of this opportunity and got their first points with just one move and went into halftime with a 7-0 lead.

After the first two drives of the second half ended with no points, the next three drives each yielded touchdowns as the Bulldogs snagged Warthen-Carr’s 96-yard return to extend their lead to 20-7. In the final 15 minutes of the fourth quarter, Anderson tried to convert on fourth down and close the gap, but the Bulldogs were able to score on their final drive of the contest before Willis led a two-minute drill down the field, taking it all in, as zeros appeared on the scoreboard and Barton took the 27-13 victory.

Anderson looks to regroup and recover for their first homecoming game next week when they welcome Catawba to Melvin and Dollie Younts Stadium for a 2 p.m. kickoff.

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Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Emergency’ faces more challenges ahead of its release as the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has vowed not to let the film release in the state. The biopic on Prime Minister Indira Gandhi may face more problems after the SGPC passed a resolution demanding a ban on the “controversial film”.

The committee accuses the producers of misrepresenting the community and misrepresenting historical facts. The film is awaiting a green signal from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), which imposed strict censorship by issuing a U/A certification and asked filmmakers to make 13 changes.

SGPC chief Harjinder Singh Dhami said: “Apart from defaming the Sikhs, Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale has been portrayed in a bad light in the film, which the community cannot tolerate.”

He added, “This film has been made with the spirit of spewing venom and spreading hatred against the community as part of the anti-Sikh agenda. We will not allow it to be shown in Punjab.” ABP reported.

India TV Fact Check: A video is going viral on social media claiming that India has been given permanent membership and veto power in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation and the 79th session of the UN General Assembly have. However, when India TV fact-checked this video, it was confirmed to be false.

What is the claim?

Several videos circulating on social media claim that India has been given permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) with veto power. These videos explain the process and show the reactions of world leaders to India’s accession to the UN Security Council as a permanent member.

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India TV conducted an investigation

Since the video went viral on social media, we decided to investigate this claim. We conducted a Google Open Search using relevant keywords but found no news reports confirming that India has been granted such status. We then looked at the official social media accounts of the United Nations and the Indian government but found no posts about it.

Additionally, when we searched for “UN veto power” on Google, we saw a “voting system” section on the official United Nations website. The “Veto Power” section clearly states that only the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council – China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States – have veto power.

In particular, the United Nations Security Council consists of 15 members – five permanent members with veto power (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States) and ten non-permanent members. The non-permanent members are elected by the General Assembly for two years without the right of veto.

What did the fact check reveal?

The fact check conducted by India TV confirmed that India was not granted permanent membership in the UN Security Council with veto power. Currently, only the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council – China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States – have exclusive “veto power”. The viral claim spread on social media turned out to be false. Users are advised to be careful about such videos.

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Ohio State will look to continue competing in Big Ten play when the Buckeyes host Iowa in Week 6. The Buckeyes started the season 4-0 and won their first conference game against them on Saturday Michigan State.

According to FanDuel, they enter the game as 17.5-point favorites over the Hawkeyes. Additionally, the over/under for the matchup is set at 42.5. For more information on the game and how to watch, see below.

Here’s how to watch Ohio State vs. Iowa

Time: Saturday, October 5th | 3:30 p.m. ET
Channel: CBS, FUBO TV (Streaming)

Ohio State defeated Michigan State 38-7 to open conference play on Saturday. The Buckeyes were in control from the start, forcing three turnovers and holding the Spartans to just 47 yards rushing on the day.

True freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith continues to impress as he had five catches for 83 yards and a touchdown while also producing a score on the ground. He now has five touchdowns on the year, which is just three shy of the school record by a freshman.

The Buckeyes rank in the top five in the country in both offense and defense.

As for Iowa, the Hawkeyes are off to a 3-1 start to the season. They also opened Big Ten play with a win and a loss Minnesota with a record of 31-14 in Week 4 before receiving a bye last week.

Iowa has been known in recent seasons for having a top-notch defense and a subpar offense. However, they have scored at least 30 points in three of their four games so far this season.

However, the Hawkeyes will face perhaps their biggest challenge of the season against Ohio State. Run back Caleb Johnson has rushed for at least 100 yards and two touchdowns in every game so far this season and will look to keep that streak going against the Buckeyes.

Cruz explained that we are “living on borrowed time” when it comes to possible major terrorist attacks and explained that the situation has deteriorated significantly since the attacks of September 11, 2001.

Given recent events – including the attack on Israel on October 7 – Cruz pointed out that the Biden administration’s policies are a major factor endangering the security of Americans.

He highlighted the “disastrous foreign policy” of President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris and underscored the alarming flow of more than $100 billion to Iran, the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism.

Cruz also criticized the current administration’s open borders policy, warning that it was an invitation for terrorists to freely enter the United States.

“Kamala Harris and Colin Allred’s open borders policies have led to incredible failures in vetting illegal immigrants,” he noted, citing the alarming increase in unvetted migrants entering the country.

The Biden administration has reportedly flown more than half a million migrants to the United States, many from countries linked to rising terrorism.

Cruz, who is currently in a competitive race with Allred for his Senate seat, highlighted previous successes under the Trump administration, when illegal immigration hit record lows.

He firmly believes that the solution to these escalating threats is to remove Biden and Harris from power and is calling for a Republican resurgence in Congress to effectively secure the border.

The senator also pointed to warnings from security experts about current vulnerabilities at airport checkpoints, which echoed concerns raised before the Sept. 11 attacks.

As the shadow of terrorism grows, Cruz is rallying support for the idea of ​​reinstating the security measures that once succeeded in keeping Americans safe, promoting a vision of a safer future under strong Republican leadership.

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Excited by the excitement of the long-standing rivalry between the University of Alabama and the University of Georgia, former President Trump participated in a wide-ranging interview about college football and the intersection of politics.

In an exclusive OutKick interview with Clay Travis, Trump highlighted the “energy” of Saturday night’s Alabama-Georgia game.

“This is really big football and it’s great to see,” Trump said.

The stadium crowd cheered as Trump was shown on the giant television screens and a video board watching the game with Sens. Katie Britt, Tommy Tuberville and Steve Daines of Montana.

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When asked about his appeal to younger voters, Trump said his campaign was “way up.”

“We are way up there with young people. It’s an honor. They are very smart. And her.” [Kamala Harris] insulted them and said they weren’t smart, and I’ll be honest, they were a lot smarter than them,” he said.

“There has never been such energy as there is now. And I guess I am, but it’s also like that when you look at our country and what happened. Our country is in bad shape and is in a very dangerous place right now. But we love our country, and we will make it great again.

Former President Donald Trump watches during the first quarter of the game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Kevin C Cox/Getty Images)

The changes to the NFL’s kickoff caught Trump’s attention, with the Republican candidate praising college football for sticking to the previous rules.

“Big college football is as big as the NFL,” he said. “I don’t know what they do with the kickoff return in the NFL. And of course I don’t want to get into controversy, but it looks so bad.”

“And it occurred to me that they didn’t do that in college and they shouldn’t,” he said. “And I think the NFL should go back. And maybe she’s a little more dangerous, but I doubt she’s more dangerous. It’s football.”

“I think they made a terrible mistake with this,” he said.

OutKick founder and Fox News contributor Clay Travis interviews former President Trump during halftime of the Georgia-Alabama football game on Saturday in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Charles Hunnell/OutKick)

Trump turned his attention to Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, Gov. Tim Walz, who was in attendance at the game between the two on Saturday Minnesota and Michigan in Ann Arbor.

“He was booed out of the stadium,” he said. “And you saw the hand we were dealt – it was a little different.”

FANS BOO TIM WALZ AS HE LEAVES MICHIGAN-MINNESOTA GAME: “GET OUT OF HERE”

“We have to wait and see what happens on November 5th. “I think it’s the most important day in the history of our country,” Trump said. “This will be the biggest election we’ve ever had because our country is in a bad place. I have always said that they are destroying our country, no, they destroyed it and we will bring it back.”

OutKick founder and Fox News contributor Clay Travis interviews former President Trump during halftime of the Georgia-Alabama football game on Saturday in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Charles Hunnell/OutKick)

Trump turned his attention to seven-time NFL Super Bowl champion Tom Brady, who made his debut in the FOX Sports broadcast booth.

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“I think he did really well. And I think he’ll do really well. He’s a winner, he’s a champion,” Trump said when asked about his performance. “And there are a lot of people who are jealous of him, so they will always say no matter how well he does, they will remain as negative as possible.”

“I think he’s doing fantastically well,” he said.

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