Oura, known for its smart rings for health and activity monitoring, has released a new software update. This promises a much more precise recording of steps and a more accurate estimate of calorie consumption.
Important improvements of the update
- Real Steps: New algorithm technology reduces displayed steps by an average of 20%, resulting in a more realistic step count.
- Calorie Calculation: Consideration of activity intensity for a more accurate determination of calorie consumption.
- Activity score: Customizable goals based on individual activity load and intensity.
Accurate step counting with Oura with “Real Steps”
Oura has good news for users of its own smart rings. As the company has now officially announced, there is to be a comprehensive update that will significantly improve step counting and the calculation of calorie consumption in particular. With the new “Real Steps” algorithm, Oura aims to improve the accuracy of step counting. Users could see a reduction of around 20% in the number of steps taken each day compared to previous measurements.
This adjustment is intended to provide a more realistic representation of the actual steps taken and thus optimize activity monitoring. The change is based on new calculation models that can now distinguish more precisely between real steps and erroneous movements such as hand gestures or vibrations. This is intended to prevent the wearable from unintentionally counting steps while driving or working at a desk, for example.
More precise calorie calculation with the Oura Ring
The method for calculating calorie consumption has also been revised. The update makes it possible to include the intensity of physical activity more in the calorie calculation. This gives users who train at a higher intensity a more precise indication of energy consumption.
This should help users to better assess their own performance. Previous versions of the algorithm tended to assess calorie consumption based on exercise alone. The new method now combines heart rate, activity duration and intensity to provide a more realistic calculation.
Improved activity score for personalized goals
The revised activity score now reflects the intensity of the activities performed more accurately. Users can adjust their personal activity goals accordingly, which can increase motivation and lead to more effective training. Thanks to these innovations, both occasional users and athletes benefit from more accurate measurement and better adjustment of personal training goals.
Conclusion: More accuracy for better fitness analysis
The Oura Ring 4 (€ 399.00 *) is currently available in various sizes. With the latest software update, Oura offers its users improved tools to precisely monitor and analyze their daily activities and calorie consumption. The optimized step counting and calorie calculation allow users to monitor their fitness goals more accurately – a great advantage for anyone who relies on reliable health data.
