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Sandbar Unveils AI Smart Ring for Voice Control

11/5/2025

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Sandbar launched the Stream Ring, an AI-powered smart ring for voice notes and media control.
Co-founders Mina Fahmi and Kirak Hong, former Meta employees, designed it to capture thoughts with a tap.
It includes a touch surface and microphones and mutes the mic by default to protect privacy, with pricing at $249 for silver and $299 for gold.
Its success depends on everyday practicality, since it lacks health-tracking capabilities.

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Story summary

Sandbar launched the Stream Ring, an AI-powered smart ring for voice notes and media control.
Co-founders Mina Fahmi and Kirak Hong, former Meta employees, designed it to capture thoughts with a tap.
It includes a touch surface and microphones and mutes the mic by default to protect privacy, with pricing at $249 for silver and $299 for gold.
Its success depends on everyday practicality, since it lacks health-tracking capabilities.