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My Shiny New Oura Ring!

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Real Estate Agent with RLAH@properties AB95346

Yesterday it finally arrived - my shiny gold "Gen 3 Heritage Gold" smart ring. It was a birthday present to myself that promised to make it highly likely that there would be many birthdays to celebrate in the future - um, in my case, the Oura ring and my daily consumption of mushroom supplements.

There is only one problem. I'm still scratching my head trying to figure out how to sync it with my iPhone. During my next trip into the office, I'm sure I'll be able to find a colleague younger than my real estate license who will be able to coach me on how to do it, but I'd really love to be able to figure it out all by myself! Perhaps I'll be able to find a YouTube video that can help.

This morning, I looked at how it tracked last night's sleep, compared to the "Pillow" app I've been using on my Apple Watch, and the Pillow app score was a whole 12 points higher than the Oura ring's. The Oura's activity tracker made me look like the EverReady bunny, even though the ring was on my finger for just a few hours. Not an auspicious beginning!

The one benefit is that, once I get it figured out, I can ditch my Apple Watch and start using the pretty one that just tells time but needs a new battery.

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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Pat - I am not familiar with the Oura ring nor with much of the technology that seems omnipresent today.  While I may not be so app-y, I can still be grateful as well as hopeful that each of your birthday wishes comes true.  

Apr 29, 2024 09:35 AM
Patricia Kennedy

Thank you, Michael! So far, so good!

Apr 29, 2024 09:43 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Patricia Kennedy I also have not heard of the Oura ring. so sorry I can't be of help to you.

Apr 29, 2024 11:50 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Hi Pat, how fun, and just Googled and found this - 

About 76,900 results (0.30 seconds) 
 

 

Getting Started
  1. Open Oura.
  2. Locate Settings in the main menu in the upper left-hand corner of the home tab.
  3. Select Apple Health.
  4. Select which data you want to sync.
Apr 29, 2024 02:47 PM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Patricia Kennedy I am impressed!  I saw this ring on a technology channel I watch. I have a friend who helps me with all this high-tech stuff. I am still trying to get Alexa to clean the house she doesn't do it.

Apr 29, 2024 04:36 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Pat- I've read a little about the Oura Ring but that's about it. Here are some YouTube Videos to check out. 

I have my Apple Watch but I do love gadgets!!!! Good luck with it and my wish is that you go through many more versions of the Oura Ring. 

Apr 29, 2024 05:23 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

I got it off and running with a YouTube video. And I really kind of like the thing!  

Apr 29, 2024 06:08 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Well look at you Patricia Kennedy ..you zeroed in on what special treat would make you happy for your Birthday! I've read a little about the Oura Ring but that's about it. Keep us updated after you learn more about it!

Apr 29, 2024 06:45 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I never heard of this, but I look forward to finding out more! Good luck with figuring out the technological aspects!

Apr 30, 2024 04:53 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

That looks really nice!  I have never really worn a ring, other than my high school class ring for a bit, haha.  I wonder if it still fits.

Apr 30, 2024 06:05 AM
Patricia Kennedy

My class ring might fit my pinkie!

May 01, 2024 05:09 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I've been seeing them advertised, and I have wondered about them.  I'm anxious to hear your adventures with it.

May 01, 2024 08:38 AM
Ben DeHaven
Haven Realty & Investments - Lakeland, FL
Proudly serving Central Florida!

I'd give it a try if it had better reviews. I am getting tired of my Apple Watch. Keep us updated Patricia!

May 03, 2024 09:15 AM