USS Gerald Ford
The fact that sailor data is being tracked could also set off alarm bells, mainly after it was determined in 2018 that the Strava fitness app installed on smartphones had inadvertently revealed the movements of military personnel. This shouldn’t be the case with the Oura Rings, because the devices don’t transmit GPS signals, and the fitness trackers only connect to a smartphone or device via Bluetooth when needed.
According to Military Times, participation in this study was voluntary, while sailors were given some incentives. First, those who agreed and wore the Oura rings for at least 75 percent of their respective deployments were allowed to keep the device, which retails for around $200. In addition, it tracks 20 different biometrics, which sailors can also monitor themselves. Those who don’t meet the 75 percent deployment threshold only need to return the ring.
