CIRCULAR RING 3 ADDS CONTACTLESS PAYMENTS, ALERTS

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THU, SEP 3, 2026

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Circular unveiled its Ring 3 Series today, featuring vibrating alerts and NFC contactless payments across both Pro and Slim models. The new rings build on the Ring 2's health-tracking capabilities, including FDA-cleared atrial fibrillation detection.

The Ring 3 Pro maintains the full suite of health sensors found in its predecessor, while the Slim variant offers more basic activity tracking in a smaller form factor. Both models include vibrating notifications for alarms, medication reminders, and guided breathing exercises. The integrated NFC chip enables contactless payments, expanding the rings' functionality beyond health monitoring. Circular's Ring 2 debuted at CES 2025 with its atrial fibrillation detection feature, a significant step in wearable health technology. The Ring 3 Series maintains this capability while adding convenience features aimed at daily use. The dual-model strategy allows users to choose between comprehensive health tracking or a lighter-weight option prioritizing core metrics and convenience features.

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