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Ex‑CTRL‑Labs Veterans Launch Stream Ring, an AI Voice‑Note Wearable With 'Inner Voice'

Preorders open at $249 or $299 with a Pro subscription after three free months, with US deliveries targeted for summer 2026.

Overview

  • Sandbar’s Stream Ring is available to preorder in silver ($249) or gold ($299), with shipping slated to begin in summer 2026.
  • The device captures on‑demand voice notes and introduces an “Inner Voice” that mimics the wearer’s tone based on setup recordings.
  • Recording is initiated by bringing the ring to the mouth and pressing a touchpad; the company says the mic is not always listening and whispers can be transcribed in the iOS app, with optional headphone pairing via Bluetooth.
  • Hardware details include an aluminum exterior, resin inner band, glass touchpad with capacitive controls and haptics, water resistance, a disc charger, and a company‑stated “all day” battery life.
  • A free tier is offered, while Pro costs $10 per month for early customers after a three‑month trial; Sandbar touts encryption in transit and at rest, though outlets note that fuller technical specs and independent security verification have not been provided.