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Pebble today announced the Pebble Index 01, a simple smart ring that's designed for recording information. It is equipped with a microphone and a button to start a recording, but little else.

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Priced at $75, the Index 01 does not require an internet connection or a subscription, and it doesn't record unless the button is pressed. Recordings are sent to a connected smartphone, and can be saved as a note, added to a calendar, or set as a reminder. Information is processed by open source speech-to-text and AI models locally on an iPhone or Android smartphone.

It is customizable, and single or double button clicks can be set to control different actions like switching to a new song, taking a photo, or activating smart home devices.

The device is made from stainless steel, and it is available in three colors, including silver, gold, and black. Sizes range from 6 to 13. It is resistant to water, and no charging is necessary. Pebble says the battery will last for 12 to 15 hours of recording, which equates to 10-20 recordings per day that are 3-6 seconds in length. Since there is no replaceable battery and no option to charge, the ring is meant to be recycled when the battery dies.


The Pebble Index 01 is priced at $75 and is available for pre-order from the Pebble website. It will ship in March 2026, and after that, the price will increase to $99.

Article Link: Pebble Unveils $75 iPhone-Compatible Smart Ring for Quick Voice Recordings



Pebble today announced the Pebble Index 01, a simple smart ring that's designed for recording information. It is equipped with a microphone and a button to start a recording, but little else.

pebble-ring.jpg

Priced at $75, the Index 01 does not require an internet connection or a subscription, and it doesn't record unless the button is pressed. Recordings are sent to a connected smartphone, and can be saved as a note, added to a calendar, or set as a reminder. Information is processed by open source speech-to-text and AI models locally on an iPhone or Android smartphone.

It is customizable, and single or double button clicks can be set to control different actions like switching to a new song, taking a photo, or activating smart home devices.

The device is made from stainless steel, and it is available in three colors, including silver, gold, and black. Sizes range from 6 to 13. It is resistant to water, and no charging is necessary. Pebble says the battery will last for 12 to 15 hours of recording, which equates to 10-20 recordings per day that are 3-6 seconds in length. Since there is no replaceable battery and no option to charge, the ring is meant to be recycled when the battery dies.


The Pebble Index 01 is priced at $75 and is available for pre-order from the Pebble website. It will ship in March 2026, and after that, the price will increase to $99.

Article Link: Pebble Unveils $75 iPhone-Compatible Smart Ring for Quick Voice Recordings
Ah the Millennial Pause strikes again...
 
A disposable short duration audio ring… recycle? LOL

my not so smart watch does this and lots more
Maybe a market for secretly recording others (check your local laws!)
 
I have Voice Memos on my Apple Watch! And unlike this stupid item, I can recharge my Apple Watch when it runs out of power.

We also have the stock Notes app on the Watch now. Yes, it kinda sucks, but for quick things I want to jot down, it works just fine.
 
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A microphone for $75, ok

It’s less of a microphone and more of a dictation tool.

I’m not saying it’s a good product, I’m just saying it’s wrong to reduce it to a single part. Especially when that part works differently than expected.
 
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