RingConn firmware update guide: when to update, and when to leave it alone

How to update RingConn firmware

Open the RingConn app
If an update is available, a banner or notification appears on the home screen
Tap “Update” and keep the ring within Bluetooth range (within 1 meter of phone)
Keep the app open and screen on during the entire process
Wait for completion — do NOT close the app, restart your phone, or remove the ring from range

The update typically takes 3-8 minutes depending on the firmware size.

Before you update: preparation checklist

Ring battery above 50%. Updates can fail mid-way if battery runs out. Charge first.
Phone battery above 30%. Same reason — phone dying mid-update can brick the connection.
Stable environment. Don’t update while commuting, in an elevator, or anywhere with Bluetooth interference.
Sync your data first. Open the app and do a full sync before updating, so your latest data is saved even if something goes wrong.

When to update

Update when:

The changelog mentions a fix for an issue you’re experiencing
The app shows a “required update” (not optional)
You’re about to travel and want stability for the trip

Skip the update when:

Everything is working fine and the update is optional
You’re about to leave the house or start a trip
The changelog only mentions “performance improvements” with no specifics
You’re in the middle of tracking something important (sleep study, recovery period)

What firmware updates typically fix

Update type	Examples
Sensor calibration	Improved SpO2 accuracy, better sleep stage detection
Connectivity	Faster Bluetooth pairing, fewer sync drops
Battery optimization	Better power management, longer standby
New features	New metrics, new app integrations
Bug fixes	Data gaps, incorrect readings, app crashes

Common update problems and solutions

Update stuck at a percentage:

Wait at least 10 minutes before taking action — some stages are slow
If stuck over 15 minutes: close the app completely, reopen, and try again
Do NOT restart your phone during an update

Update failed:

Put the ring back in the charging case for 30 seconds
Take it out, open the app, and retry
If it fails 3 times: uninstall and reinstall the app, then retry

Ring not responding after update:

Place in charging case for 5 minutes (this forces a soft reset)
Open the app — it should reconnect automatically
If not: forget the device in Bluetooth settings, re-pair from scratch

Lost data after update:

Rare but possible. This is why syncing before updating matters.
Data stored on the ring (not yet synced) may occasionally be lost during firmware writes
Previously synced data in the app is never affected

Update frequency

RingConn releases firmware updates roughly every 4-8 weeks. You are never forced to update immediately — optional updates can be deferred indefinitely without losing functionality.