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The Happy Ring is designed to keep track of health metrics like blood oxygen and heart rate.
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The ring could measure biometric data including blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), pulse, blood pressure, glucose levels and more.
Quarantined basketball players will have the option to wear the smart rings for health tracking, and a "proximity alarm" that sounds when another wearer is too close for too long.
The company has halted sales of the Motiv Ring to consumers, but will continue to support its health tracking app for existing owners.
New hires, branding efforts and academic research partnerships are all on the table for the smart ring maker's future.
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The Finnish company now enjoys support from several tech founders, athletes, and celebrities.