Samsung's Next Galaxy Ring: A Game-Changer in Wearable Battery Technology

Samsung recently launched its first smart ring, the Galaxy Ring, with a promising battery life of up to 7 days on a single charge. However, reports suggest that the upcoming Galaxy Ring 2 could revolutionize wearable battery technology by incorporating solid-state batteries. These advanced batteries have the potential to offer longer battery life due to their ability to pack more energy into the same space. Samsung Electro-Mechanics has already made strides in developing tiny solid-state batteries for wearables, with plans to increase energy density to 360Wh/L for the next-generation Galaxy Ring. The design flexibility of all-solid-state batteries allows for various shapes and sizes, making them ideal for compact wearables like the Galaxy Ring. While the launch of the new Galaxy Ring with solid-state batteries is expected later this year, the high production cost of this technology may impact the device's pricing. Solid-state batteries could be the future of wearable technology, with companies like Apple's supplier TDK also making advancements in this technology. This shift towards solid-state batteries could potentially revolutionize the battery life of wearables in the near future.