New $99 Smart Ring Lets You Talk to AI Without Your Phone

Imagine asking your ring to order shampoo while you're in the shower, or to turn off the TV as you fall asleep. That's the idea behind Interface, a new $99 smart ring from startup Natura. It's designed for the age of AI agents—software that can do things for you, like book reservations or send emails. With a press of your finger, you can talk to AI assistants like ChatGPT, Claude, or Grok and get tasks done without reaching for your phone. The ring also doubles as a health tracker, monitoring your heart rate, sleep, and activity.

The ring connects to multiple AI agents, so you can choose which one handles a task. For example, ask Claude to write code, Instinct to book a restaurant, and Grok to do something else. Responses come through headphones, your iPhone, or an app. Natura's founder, Carlo Edoardo Ferraris, believes the ring will eventually replace many screen-based tasks, from filling out forms to drafting presentations, all through simple voice commands. The goal is to help people look up from their phones and interact with technology more naturally.

At launch, the ring will cost $99, but the price will rise later. After a free three-to-six-month period, a $9 monthly subscription kicks in. The ring lasts six to 12 days on a charge and takes 100 minutes to recharge. It tracks heart rate, HRV, sleep stages, steps, and skin temperature. While the smart ring market is crowded with health-focused devices like Oura and Samsung Galaxy Ring, Natura's focus on AI agents sets it apart. Preorders open next month, with shipping in December or January.

For everyday users, this means easier multitasking and less phone time. But it also raises questions about privacy and reliance on AI. Will people trust a ring to handle personal tasks? Only time will tell. For now, it's a glimpse of a future where AI is always at your fingertips—literally.