Who Needs a Mouse? Padrone’s AI Ring Makes Any Surface a Touchpad

The Padrone Primera is here to reinvent the way we interact with computers—by ditching the traditional mouse entirely.

This AI-powered mouse ring, designed to fit snugly on your index finger, promises to turn any surface into a fully functional touchpad for laptops or computers.

With an impressive array of sensors and a wide-angle camera, the Primera captures finger movements, letting users navigate screens, scroll, zoom, and click with simple finger gestures on any tabletop.

Equipped with a six-axis motion sensor, a forward-facing camera, a microprocessor, Bluetooth LE, and a rechargeable battery, the Primera packs serious tech into its compact frame. Just tap your index finger for a left-click, use your middle finger for a right-click, and scroll by rolling both fingers. Zooming is as simple as holding down a control key and adjusting your fingers.

Starting at $279 for backers, the Padrone Primera is expected to ship in May 2025, offering a futuristic alternative to the conventional mouse.