The Oura Ring, a smart ring, monitors your sleep, activity, heart rate, and various health metrics. It is a stylish and cozy device suitable for any finger.
However, similar to other electronic gadgets, it requires charging and proper care for the battery.
This article aims to address frequently asked questions regarding the Oura Ring battery and provide useful tips to prolong its lifespan.
Understanding the Oura Ring Battery
The Oura Ring’s LiPo battery cell’s capacity depends on the ring size. The smallest (US6) has a 15 mAh battery, while the biggest (US13) has 22 mAh. The ring’s USB charger charges the battery.
How frequently you use features, how old your Oura Ring is, and how you charge and keep it affect its battery life. The Oura website claims a fully charged ring lasts seven days. This depends on the use and settings.
Can The Battery Be Replaced?
Unfortunately, the answer is no. The Oura Ring battery is not replaceable by the user or by the company. If you have any issues with your battery, you can contact the Oura support team for troubleshooting steps. You may get a replacement or refund if your ring is still under warranty.
Two years after delivery, the Oura Ring guarantee covers faults in materials and workmanship. Normal wear & tear, accidental damage, abuse, and illegal modifications are not covered. Thus, you must properly charge and preserve your ring.
How do I charge the Oura Ring battery and how often do I need to do it?
The USB charger that comes with your Oura Ring charges the battery. The charger’s magnetic base sticks to your ring’s bottom. The charger works with any IEC 62368-1-compliant USB port or converter. To avoid battery deterioration, equipment should not exceed 15W after three seconds.
The Oura app’s Home page has a battery symbol in the top right corner to check your ring’s battery. To get low battery alerts before night, activate them in the app settings.
To capture sleep data, your ring requires at least 30% battery. Charge it before bed. Washing dishes, typing on the internet, bathing, cooking, and other low-activity activities may charge your ring. Depending on the battery level, charging takes 20–80 minutes.
Tips for Extending the Oura Ring Battery Life
There are some things you can do to make your Oura Ring battery last longer and prevent damage. Here are some tips:
Proper charging habits
- Avoid charging your ring for longer than a week. Charging at full capacity might significantly shorten battery life.
- Do not let your ring’s battery reach 0%. This can affect its longevity.
- Do not use third-party chargers or cables. They may not be compatible with your ring and may cause damage or malfunction.
- Charge your ring after a firmware update. This may drain your battery faster than normal.
Avoiding extreme temperatures
- Do not expose your ring to extreme heat or cold. This can damage the battery and other components of your ring.
- Do not wear your ring in a sauna or steam room. The high temperature and humidity can cause corrosion or deformation of your ring.
- Do not store your ring in direct sunlight or near heat sources. This can cause overheating or fading of your ring’s color.
Timely software updates
- Update your Oura app and firmware. This fixes errors and improves your ring’s performance and battery life.
- Maintain app-ring sync. This optimizes battery and data processing for your ring.
Power Saving Mode
- Enable Airplane Mode. This disables Bluetooth between your ring and phone, saving power. Tap the app’s battery symbol and choose Airplane Mode. To turn it off, charge your ring or hit the battery indicator again.
- Enable Power Saving Mode. This lowers data gathering and transmission, extending battery life. Select Power Saving Mode from the app’s battery icon. To turn it off, charge your ring or hit the battery indicator again.
Conclusion
Oura Ring is a smart health tracker. To work well and last long, it needs regular maintenance. Follow these techniques to prolong the life of your Oura Ring battery and enjoy its advantages.
