After years of research, an Apple smart ring may be imminent

The rumor mill has fired up again, with a new supply chain report claiming that the 'Apple Ring' will arrive sooner, rather than later.Samsung's tease of a smart ring may prompt a similar Apple releaseSamsung's tease of the Galaxy Ring during its Unpacked event in January will help expand the smart ring market considerably. However, a report claims Apple isn't too far away from introducing its own.According to an industry insider speaking to ETNews on Tuesday, Apple is getting very close to launching the rumored wearable. After filing many patent applications, and spurned on by Samsung, it could soon be Apple's turn. Rumor Score: