In a bid to protect its forthcoming Galaxy Ring from possible patent infringement lawsuits, Samsung has confirmed that the smart ring will be available to consumers in August. The company is preparing for a potential legal battle with Oura, a prominent player in the smart ring industry known for its aggressive approach in asserting patent rights.

Oura, the manufacturer of the Gen 3 Oura Ring, has a history of suing other smart ring manufacturers over alleged patent infringements. Bloomberg Law reported that Oura has been quick to take legal action against companies that release new products with features that it claims infringe upon its existing intellectual property.

As part of its strategy to avoid legal complications, Samsung has sought legal advice from the US District Court in California. The company wants to ensure that its Galaxy Ring does not infringe on any of the five patents held by Oura, which are considered standard in the makeup of a generic smart ring.

Among the commonalities that have sparked legal disputes in the smart ring industry are features such as built-in batteries, fitness goal tracking scores, and health metric sensors. Oura has previously highlighted these elements in its patent infringement claims. However, Samsung's legal preparations could potentially weaken Oura's case and its assertion of patent rights.

The launch date for the Galaxy Ring was revealed in a lawsuit filed by Samsung. The company disclosed that production of the smart ring will commence in mid-June, with plans to sell it in the United States in or around August. While the mention of a launch date in a legal document provides some clarity, Samsung has included a caveat of "or around."

All eyes are now on August as consumers eagerly await the release of Samsung's first smart ring. As Samsung gears up for a possible legal showdown with Oura, the outcome will not only determine the fate of the Galaxy Ring but also have implications for the broader smart ring industry and the enforcement of intellectual property rights.