Future Galaxy Ring update could let you control your laptop

Samsung’s Galaxy Ring is an interesting piece of tech and a new direction for the company. It’s an alternative to smartwatches for those who prefer something a bit more discreet. However, a recently discovered patent filing suggests it could go beyond being a mere health device. It suggests that Samsung envisions the Galaxy Ring being able to control other devices like a laptop.

If this becomes a reality, the Galaxy Ring could change the way we interact with our devices and make it more appealing. The patent suggests that the Galaxy Ring could connect to laptops and tablets, allowing users to control them with simple hand gestures. Imagine swiping the air to move files between your laptop and tablet or rotating your hand to adjust volume or zoom into documents. This could introduce a whole new level of convenience for multitaskers and professionals.

If this sounds familiar, it’s because Samsung has already implemented similar technology with the S Pen’s Air Actions. The S Pen allows users to control media playback, zoom in and out, and even switch slides during presentations with simple gestures. The Galaxy Ring could expand on these capabilities, offering a hands-free way to navigate multiple devices and maybe even move objects like a window from one device to another.

While this sounds exciting, it’s important to remember that this is just a patent filing. Samsung hasn’t confirmed anything yet. Another thing to note is that many patents never make it into actual products. However, it does show that Samsung is exploring new ways to make wearables more functional.

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