Samsung is reported to be working on the implementation of high-end solid-state battery technology, or the so-called “dream batteries,” for its upcoming Galaxy Ring. These batteries are constructed using solid electrolytes, which offer greater energy density and less risk of fire compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries. The technology can significantly boost battery life, potentially by making the gadget’s operating time longer than the current one-week span. The technology would also help the Galaxy Ring 2 have a thinner and more streamlined design.
The development of solid-state batteries is included in Samsung’s grander plan to improve the performance and lifespan of its wearables. According to leaks, prototypes of the said batteries may be implemented in the Galaxy Ring as early as the fourth quarter of 2025. Then Samsung is reported to introduce the technology to its earbuds later in 2026 and Galaxy Watches in 2027.
While the possible benefits of solid-state batteries are huge, their use is overshadowed by hurdles. Solid-state battery production costs far exceed lithium-ion versions, and that would increase the Galaxy Ring 2’s price. Samsung is also reportedly hesitant regarding the business case for this technology due to lackluster sales performance of the original Galaxy Ring.
The original first-generation Galaxy Ring, which was launched in July 2024, was of high demand at first and quickly sold out on pre-orders. Demand gradually decreased after the initial excitement may have been lost due to limited features and conflicting reactions. To address these, Samsung is expected to enhance functionality and design in its subsequent model.
Rumor is that the Galaxy Ring 2 may debut at Samsung’s 2025 summer Unpacked event, while a superior model featuring solid-state batteries might become available later in the year. Were it to catch on, the technology would place Samsung in the vanguard of wearable battery tech, enabling more durable products that satisfy consumers’ aspirations for longer use and performance consistency.
