Forget smartwatches and rings Lumia 2 is a new kind of wearable, and it’s not even worn on your hand. Clipped to the ear like a subtle earring, this compact device promises to track everything from blood flow to heart rate variability, all while staying out of sight.

Lumia 2 ditches the wrist for the ear

Lumia Health designed the Lumia 2 to be as discreet as possible. From the front, it looks just like a standard ear accessory, with all of its sensors tucked away behind the ear. There’s no piercing required, and it can even attach to an ear stud, making it practically invisible during wear.

The company is calling it the smallest wearable in the world, and visually, it’s hard to argue.

What makes Lumia 2 different

While most fitness wearables focus on heart rate or steps, Lumia 2 adds a unique twist: blood flow tracking. According to the company, this feature allows users to see how things like caffeine intake affect circulation though how useful this will be in real life remains to be seen.

It also tracks:

• Heart rate variability
• Resting heart rate
• Step count
• Physical readiness indicators

That makes it feel more performance-focused than casual health trackers, though it’s still positioned as a lifestyle device.

Subscription required for full use

The Lumia 2 isn’t shipping yet, but pre-launch pricing is set at $249. However, you’ll need a paid subscription, reportedly starting at $10 per month, to access most of its features. That puts it in line with other wearables like WHOOP or Oura that also charge monthly fees for full access.

Battery life is rated between 5 and 8 days, and Lumia Health claims it stays secure even during workouts thanks to its ear clip design.

A wearable you won’t see coming

The Lumia 2 won’t appeal to everyone, but that’s not the point. It’s aimed at users who want health data without wearing obvious tech. Whether blood flow metrics catch on or not, it’s clear this isn’t just another fitness tracker, it’s trying to do something different, one ear at a time.