AI & Tech
Bengaluru startup Aina unveils a $399 AI ring with its own screen
The ring tries to guess your next three actions and lets you approve them with a flick.
In short
$399early-bird price
- Pre-orders from 5 Nov
- Ships January 2027
- iOS and Mac at launch
What happened
Aina, a Bengaluru startup founded in May 2025 by former Ultrahuman hardware VP Apoorv Shankar, has revealed an AI ring with a tiny screen, a joystick-style control and a microphone. Pre-orders opened on 5 November at $399, with shipping planned from January 2027.
The ring learns your habits from your phone, computer and calendar, then suggests three likely next actions, such as booking a cab before your commute, which you accept or reject with an up or down flick.
Why it matters
It's an Indian hardware startup taking a big swing at the 'what comes after the smartphone' question. It works with iOS and Mac at launch.
