Pebble Launches $75 Smart Ring That Records Voice Notes Instead of Tracking Health
Summary
Pebble unveils the Index 01, a $75 smart ring that ditches health tracking for voice recording capabilities, featuring a physical button to capture notes and reminders with two-year battery life and no subscription fees required.
Key Points
- Pebble announces the Index 01, a $75 smart ring that focuses on memory and voice recording rather than health tracking, with preorders starting today and shipping expected in March
- The ring features a physical button users press to record voice notes, reminders, and timers, processing everything locally on the phone without cloud storage or subscriptions
- The device uses non-rechargeable batteries lasting two years and costs $75 initially (rising to $99 later), with users expected to buy a new ring when the battery dies