A rare but alarming incident involving a Galaxy Ring has raised concerns about its safety.
A YouTuber claims that his Galaxy Ring began to swell while he was wearing it.
The device became so tight and painful that he was unable to remove it on his own.
Samsung was one of the first few companies to introduce the smart ring. While that small device on your fingers looks super cool and offers plenty of features, a rare but alarming incident involving the Galaxy Ring has raised concerns about its safety. Daniel Rotar, head of the ZONEofTECH YouTube channel, recently shared his distressing experience on X, claiming that his Galaxy Ring began to swell while he was wearing it.
SurveyAccording to Rotar, the device became so tight and painful that he was unable to remove it on his own, causing immediate concern for his safety. “I can’t take it off, and this thing hurts,” he wrote in his first post.
After several hours, Rotar reported that he needed to go to the hospital to get help removing the smart ring from his finger. Along with his account, he shared photos of the device’s interior surface, which was visibly swollen and deformed due to a battery issue. This visual evidence helped to confirm the severity of the incident and highlighted a potential safety risk for users of wearable devices powered by lithium-ion batteries.
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Responding to Engadget’s request for a statement, Samsung stated that customer safety is a top priority and that they are in direct contact with Rotar to better understand the situation. The company stated that such incidents are extremely rare and provided general instructions for removing a stuck ring, such as using soap and water or immersing the hand in cold water. Samsung also directed users to its support pages for additional tips on dealing with similar situations.
Wearable devices such as smart rings, fitness trackers, and other small electronics are typically powered by compact lithium-ion batteries, which are generally safe but can occasionally malfunction. All users are advised to keep an eye out for signs of damage or irregular heating, and to seek professional help if a device becomes difficult or dangerous to use.
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Ashish Singh is the Chief Copy Editor at Digit. He's been wrangling tech jargon since 2020 (Times Internet, Jagran English '22). When not policing commas, he's likely fueling his gadget habit with coffee, strategising his next virtual race, or plotting a road trip to test the latest in-car tech. He speaks fluent Geek. View Full Profile
