Meet Stream Ring: The AI Wearable That Records Your Thoughts and Talks Back
Imagine wearing a ring that listens closely only when you want it to, records your thoughts, and then talks back to you in your own voice. That’s the innovative promise from Sandbar’s latest AI creation—the Stream Ring. Co-founded by Mina Fahmi and Kirak Hong, former engineers from CTRL-Labs, Stream Ring has been quietly developed for two years and is gaining wide attention for how it transforms human-computer interaction into something incredibly personal and natural.
What is Stream Ring and How Does It Work?
At first glance, Stream Ring looks like stylish jewelry, but underneath it’s a potent AI-powered gadget worn on your index finger. It activates when you press your thumb against it, recording only your voice and instantly converting speech to text via its dedicated smartphone app. The ring does not keep your audio recordings, prioritizing privacy by turning your spoken words straight into accessible text notes.
Founder Mina Fahmi describes Stream as “the mouse for voice,” enabling instant, no-hassle AI interactions without any wake words or extra steps. Whether you’re whispering a grocery list or brainstorming ideas, the ring makes conversing with AI as effortless as thinking out loud.
Stream Ring Features: More Than Just Voice Control
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Privacy First: Tap-and-hold records thoughts without needing a digital assistant, and a quick tap cuts off any AI response instantly.
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Waterproof Design: Ready to survive a workout or rainy day.
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Media Controls: One tap plays/pauses music, double-tap skips, and swiping adjusts volume—making the ring useful even if AI connectivity fades.
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No Health Tracking: Unlike many smart rings, it doesn’t monitor heart rate or steps, focusing solely on voice and AI interaction.
Smart AI That Speaks Your Voice
One of Stream Ring’s standout features is its ability to reply in your own voice. When setting up, users record sample phrases processed through ElevenLabs’ generative AI to create a voice model that closely resembles their natural tone. Testers mentioned the voice sounds like a slightly deeper version of themselves—built to feel natural yet distinguishable.
Endless Practical Uses for Stream Ring
From managing daily tasks to creative collaboration, Stream Ring acts as a “self-extension” tool designed to enhance productivity:
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Find recipes and convert ingredients into shopping lists
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Get timely reminders and tick off items as you shop, with gentle vibration confirmations
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Brainstorm ideas, draft texts, plan meetings, and store notes hands-free
The device blends processing between the ring, your smartphone, and the cloud, providing a smooth, responsive experience.
Battery Life and Charging
Stream Ring’s battery lasts around one full day, shorter than traditional smart rings, but designed for constant, active use. Charging is simple with a dedicated compact dock, and users will benefit from a desktop interface to organize notes, set reminders, and share ideas easily.
Who Should Get the Stream Ring?
Ideal for anyone wanting to capture fleeting thoughts without interrupting their flow, Stream Ring offers the most seamless voice interface to your ideas. It’s a low-friction tool for anyone who wants to keep a running log of everything from meals to workout plans—without the hassle of typing or using bulky devices. Sandbar’s ethical approach also ensures users have full control over when recording happens, keeping privacy paramount.
Pricing and Availability
Stream Ring is available for preorder in the US:
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Silver variant: $249
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Gold variant: $299
Each purchase includes a ring-sizing kit plus three months of Stream Pro subscription with unlimited usage and early feature access. After that, the subscription costs $10 per month, or you can use a free tier with limited features. Shipping is expected to begin in summer 2026.
