The RingConn and Oura legal battle may finally be over
RingConn and Oura’s legal standoff may finally be over. Moderators of active Facebook and Reddit groups say the case has been resolved, but so far neither company has issued an official update.
Dispute centred on smart ring design
The disagreement stems from a September 10th 2024 patent infringement complaint filed by Oura in the US. It focused on one of Oura’s patents related to how components are arranged inside a smart ring. This was one of a number of legal battles filed by the company versus different brands.
The US International Trade Commission sided with Oura, ruling that RingConn’s design did infringe. An exclusion order was approved, pending Presidential Review, with a deadline of October 21, 2025.
RingConn had previously told users that day-to-day operations would continue throughout the review period. They said no bond was required and that the ITC had granted exemptions for their mobile app, charging accessories and warranty service. The company also revealed it was working on a new product with updated hardware to avoid further legal problems.
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Until now, it looked like the ITC ruling could limit RingConn’s future in the US unless they made changes. But the latest chatter in online communities points to a different outcome. Several moderators said this morning they received word the case is now resolved. However, no details have been shared.
What this could mean for users and the market
If the lawsuit has indeed been settled, it would remove a major hurdle for RingConn. The threat of a US import and sales ban would be lifted, at least for now. It would also allow the brand to keep offering updates and support without disruption, something users had been watching closely.
The resolution could have taken several forms. A licensing agreement is one possibility. A design workaround or slight product revision is another. What’s missing is confirmation from Oura or RingConn on how exactly the issue was closed, or whether any conditions were attached.
Whatever the terms, it’s likely that the outcome also serves as a signal to other smart ring makers. Hardware design choices can trigger legal trouble, especially in a category as compact and sensor-heavy as smart rings. The form factor is tight, the margins are slim, and patent portfolios are becoming sharper tools in market competition.
A turning point, or just a pause?
It’s not yet clear whether this is the end of the road or just a break in the legal action. Other players, like Ultrahuman, are still active in the space and have also been part of related disputes. As has Samsung which has its own legal battle against Oura.
Until there’s official word, the situation remains a little murky. But for users, this is probably the outcome they were hoping for. No blocked updates, customer service issues or a looming deadline to worry about.
The past few months have seen a surge in legal tension across the wearable tech space. Suunto and Strava have both taken Garmin to court, and just days ago we reported on Whoop’s dispute with Polar. It makes you wonder which brand will be next to step into the ring.
We will update this article when we know more about the RingConn Oura situation.
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