# Aina’s $399 smart ring adds a screen, joystick and microphone

> The ring can control apps, take notes and handle calls. Pre-orders begin at an early-bird price of $399, with shipping planned for January 2027.

Oossa · 2026-11-05 · https://oossa.com/en/aina-s-399-smart-ring-adds-a-screen-joystick-and-microphone

Hardware startup Aina has introduced a $399 smart ring with a screen, joystick, microphone and speaker. It can show phone notifications, control apps on a Mac or phone, take notes, send prompts to AI agents and make calls. The ring also supports gestures and can control music and smart-home devices, including Apple TV. Pre-orders open Thursday at an early-bird price of $399; Aina plans to ship in January 2027, and says the price will rise to $499 after the early-bird period.

## The facts

- Aina raised $5.5 million in July.
- The company plans to begin shipping the ring in January 2027.

## Why it matters

For people who use AI agents and apps across a Mac and phone, the ring offers a wearable way to send prompts and control those devices, though Aina’s software and features are still being developed.

## Sources & references

1. [Aina’s smart ring has a screen, a joystick and a mic so you can talk to AI agents](https://techcrunch.com/2026/11/05/ainas-smart-ring-has-a-screen-a-joystick-and-a-mic-so-you-can-talk-to-ai-agents/) – TechCrunch, 2026-11-05

Last updated: 2026-11-05