Oura Files ITC Complaint Against Samsung, Reebok, Zepp Health, and Nexxbase — Smart Ring Patent War Escalates

Oura has filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) seeking to block imports of smart rings from Samsung (Galaxy Ring), Reebok (Smart Ring), Zepp Health (Amazfit Ring), and Nexxbase (Luna Ring). The escalation comes after Oura previously forced licensing deals with RingConn and Circular over similar patents.

What Oura Claims

• Patents at issue: Cover the ring form factor with electronic components — flexible PCB, battery, and sensors — embedded between inner and outer ring layers
• ITC action: Seeks to block importation of infringing products into the United States
• Parallel lawsuit: Also filed in U.S. District Court for monetary damages
• Prior success: RingConn and Circular already signed royalty-based patent licenses after earlier Oura suits

Impact on Samsung Galaxy Ring 2

The ITC complaint adds legal pressure to an already troubled Galaxy Ring 2 timeline. Samsung's next smart ring was reportedly delayed to early 2027 due to underwhelming Galaxy Ring sales and this patent dispute. If Oura wins the ITC case, Samsung could be forced to pull the current Galaxy Ring from U.S. shelves entirely — a worst-case scenario that would hand the smart ring market to Oura.

What This Means for Buyers

If you want a Samsung Galaxy Ring, buy now — there's a non-trivial risk the product gets pulled from sale during the ITC proceeding. For smart ring shoppers in general, Oura Ring 4 and the newer Oura Ring 5 are the safest bets. The RingConn Gen 3 has already licensed Oura's patents, making it a legally safe subscription-free alternative. Compare all options in our smart ring guide.