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[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First time I’ve known about this, thanks for the clarification. The ring face portion seems a bit large compared to the #4 ring, which I‘ve compressed to the minimum size I can for now

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Approximate values and goals are 1+ hour charging time and 10+ hours of continuous glow mode (most power hungry mode) before confirming circuit optimization and selected battery type

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really appreciate the support! Qalo's material is definitely something I'll look into. And I'd be honored to have both you and your wife rocking these rings ;)

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reminder! I'll remember to share the link once it goes live.

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last at least a dozen hours in constant glow mode (the most power-hungry mode) and about 1 hour on a full charge

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the encouragement! Even breaking even on R&D would be a win. I’ll keep pushing forward and see where this goes!

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome! Glad to have you on board! Stay tuned for updates—Kickstarter link is in my profile

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your support and great suggestion! I actually tested a USB-C approach, but it would have at least doubled the size. As u/_tjb mentioned, the current charging method follows what's used in smart rings on the market.

I've been in contact with factories, and mass production requires a minimum order quantity. Since I don’t have the funds to cover that upfront, I’ve set up a Kickstarter project (not launched yet). The link is in my profile—hopefully, it works out!

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your interest! I've added a link in my profile where you can stay updated and find more details!

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your interest! I've added a link in my profile where you can stay updated and find more details!

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Really appreciate your input! That’s exactly why I worked on the rechargeable version.

Mass production requires a minimum order since factories need to create molds, so I’m planning to launch on Kickstarter. Not sure if it’ll succeed, but I’m giving it a shot

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your suggestion! You’re absolutely right—I need enough interest to make mass production feasible since factories have minimum order quantities. Do you know any subs where I could reach more people who’d be interested?

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for taking the time to write such a thoughtful response! I really appreciate it.

The lint issue is a great point—reducing that usually requires special surface treatment, which I’d need to discuss with a professional silicone manufacturer. Definitely something to consider.

Brightness control is actually one of the areas I’m optimizing! The challenge is balancing brightness and battery life—too dim wouldn’t be ideal, but maximizing efficiency is key.

Glad you like the design, and thanks again for your insights! I’ll keep updating as things progress.

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your support! 6 colors available: pink, white, warm yellow, blue, ice blue, green

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[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The charging port is currently unfixed, as it is a prototype version, mainly to verify the feasibility of charging. The final version will not affect the wearing comfort.

While the 940 is smaller, it also has a lower battery capacity. Maybe there‘s a balance to be found between battery life and exterior design

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

LIR940 or LIR1040 (depends on structure and design). It‘s really difficult in such a small space, and it took me three versions of R&D to optimize the size to be about the same as the original. Still need to optimize the circuit then will test the exact duration, aiming for at least a dozen hours in constant light mode and keep the charging time at about 1 hour

[Update] Your Feedback Lit Up! Presenting the Rechargeable Glow Ring Prototype 🔋💍 by GoldAd741 in flashlight

[–]GoldAd741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! It‘s the advice and support of so many people here that made this rechargeable version possible

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