India’s dashcam market, while still in its infancy, is beginning to attract attention, with several players already making their mark. However, the market remains fragmented, with no dominant leader emerging as of yet. UBON, a homegrown electronics brand, is set to enter this growing space with its own range of dashcams.

“We are planning to soon launch UBON Dashcams,” Lalit Arora, co-founder of UBON India, told The Mobile Indian in a recent interview.

Arora believes that India’s dashcam market holds significant potential. “I expect the dash cam market to start growing in India, and we aim to be in the right place at the right time,” he said. However, while confident about the opportunity, Arora did not provide a specific timeline for UBON’s launch, stating that the project is still in the planning phase, alongside several other initiatives.

Arora highlighted that UBON’s dashcams would be integrated with the brand’s mobile app, allowing users to access recorded clips via cloud storage. “We are working on getting the dashcams linked to our app, so you’ll be able to access your recorded clips via the cloud on our App for added convenience,” he explained. This feature could set UBON apart from its competitors by offering seamless access to footage, which is especially critical in the event of accidents or insurance claims.

UBON’s plans for the dashcam market reflect broader trends in India’s automotive sector, where rising vehicle ownership and safety concerns have driven interest in advanced accessories. As more Indian consumers become aware of the benefits of dashcams—ranging from accident documentation to monitoring driving behavior—the segment is poised for expansion.

In addition to its foray into dashcams, UBON is also working on several other projects aimed at expanding its portfolio. Arora emphasized the company’s focus on job creation, noting that UBON is encouraging unemployed youth to become entrepreneurs by selling its products. “We want to empower the country’s jobless youth to step into the world of entrepreneurship. By selling our products, they can not only support themselves but also take care of their families,” he said.

This focus on entrepreneurship aligns with UBON’s broader strategy of deepening its presence in India’s competitive consumer electronics market. The brand has made inroads with a wide range of affordable products, including audio accessories and chargers, and is now looking to add value to its offerings through innovation and enhanced features.

One of the upcoming areas UBON is targeting is the budget true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds segment. Arora hinted at plans to introduce premium features into this segment, which is currently dominated by low-cost options with limited functionality. “We are working on adding premium quality to budget TWS earbuds, providing superior build quality over the competition and features like app support, which are lacking in the segment,” he stated.

UBON’s approach to the market—focusing on affordable yet feature-rich products—reflects a broader trend among Indian brands that aim to strike a balance between price and innovation. With a mix of strategic timing, product innovation, and social impact, UBON appears poised to carve out a niche in India’s evolving electronics landscape.

Update 16/10/2024: Samsung has announced the launch of Galaxy Ring in India. Galaxy Ring starts at Rs 38,999 and will be available on Samsung.com, select retail stores, Amazon.in and Flipkart.com. It comes in three colour choices — Titanium Black, Titanium Silver and Titanium Gold.

Customers who are unsure about their ring size have the option to first get a sizing kit to verify the best fit before purchasing Galaxy Ring. Customers can also purchase the Galaxy Ring starting at just Rs 1,625 per month with 24 months No Cost EMI across leading bank cards as well as financing through Samsung Finance+ and Bajaj Finance.

In addition, Samsung is also offering a 25W Travel adapter to customers who purchase Galaxy Ring until 18th October, 2024.

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Samsung Galaxy Ring India launch has been confirmed by the brand, after the smart wearable debuted in select parts of the world earlier this year in August. Samsung has also opened the pre-booking for the Galaxy Ring in India with special benefits for those who pre-book it. Here’s everything to know.

Samsung Galaxy Ring India Launch

Samsung Galaxy Ring India launch should take place later this month. Pre-booking for the Galaxy Ring is now open on Samsung India website, where those who pre-book the ring will get a complimentary Wireless Charger Duo worth Rs 4,999, ability to use Galaxy Ring without paying any subscription fee, along with in-box accessories such as the charging cradle and a cable. A refundable deposit of Rs 1,999 is to be made to pre-book the Galaxy Ring.

The Samsung Galaxy Ring is priced at $399 (approx Rs 33,500 in the US).

Samsung Galaxy Ring Features

It is designed for 24/7 health monitoring and is lightweight, weighing from 2.3 grams to 3.0 grams. It has a distinct concave design that is not only IP68-rated but also features a Titanium Grade 5 finish.

Samsung says the watch can run for up to seven days and be charged using a Proprietary charging case with aesthetic LED lighting to indicate charging status. It is available in three colour choices— Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Gold—and a sizing kit that helps you find the right fit from nine size options.

The Galaxy Ring also packs Galaxy AI features for health monitoring. All data and insights of the watch records are integrated into Samsung Health for seamless access within one cohesive platform.

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It supports sleep analysis and a sleep AI algorithm to help users easily understand their sleep patterns and build better habits. Along with Sleep Score and snoring analysis, there’s support for new sleep metrics such as movement during sleep, sleep latency, and heart and respiratory rate.

Females can also better track their menstrual cycles through overnight skin temperature monitoring with Cycle Tracking. There’s support for the new Energy Score feature as well. It is a Galaxy AI-enabled feature that enhances your awareness of the ways your health influences your daily life. You can utilize recommendations based on your current physical state to focus your daily efforts on making improvements.

Finally, it supports Heart rate alerts, Live heart rate checks, auto workout detection, inactive alerts, double pinch gestures, Find My Ring via Samsung Find, and more.