Samsung Galaxy Ring Causes Emergency for Traveler as Battery Swells, Trapping Finger
SEATTLE, WA – September 30, 2025 – A traveler experienced a harrowing ordeal this weekend when a swelling battery in his Samsung Galaxy Ring caused the device to become stuck on his finger, requiring urgent assistance before boarding a flight. Daniel, who uses the Twitter handle @ZONEofTECH, detailed the incident on social media, posting images of the visibly distended ring and describing the pain it caused.
The incident highlights potential risks associated with wearable technology containing batteries, even as Samsung’s Galaxy Ring remains a relatively new product. While not a widespread issue, the case underscores the importance of battery safety and the potential for unforeseen complications with miniaturized technology worn directly on the body. Samsung has been contacted for comment.
According to a post on X (formerly Twitter) dated September 29, 2025, Daniel discovered the battery within his Galaxy Ring had begun to swell while preparing to fly. “Ahhh…this is…not good,” he wrote. “my Samsung Galaxy Ring’s battery started swelling. While it’s on my finger 😬. And while I’m about to board a flight 😬.Now I cannot take it off and this thing hurts.” He tagged both @SamsungUK and @SamsungMobileUS, requesting immediate suggestions.
The Galaxy Ring, announced earlier this year, is Samsung’s entry into the smart ring market, designed to track health and fitness metrics.While Sammobile.com reports the device has been available for some time without similar widespread reports, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential for hardware malfunctions, even in cutting-edge technology. As of this writing, Daniel has not publicly shared details of how the ring was ultimately removed or any further interaction with Samsung.
