AS wearable technology becomes increasingly embedded in everyday routines, there is a growing expectation that devices reflect not only functionality but also the cultural and social contexts of their users. iQIBLA, a Muslim-focused consumer technology brand, has recently launched its third-generation smart device lineup at the Consumer Electronics Show( CES). Backed by their previous Smart Zikr Ring category, their presence at CES emphasises the growing scale of Muslim-focused consumer technology in the global wearables field. The products showcased address daily faith practices, continuous health monitoring, and physically demanding environments, further reflecting iQIBLA’ s commitment to offering connected devices designed around real cultural and environmental needs.
ZIKR RING J03
Central to the lineup is the Zikr Ring J03, iQIBLA’ s third-generation smart ring and the brand’ s first ring-based wearable to integrate Qibla direction. Designed for continuous wear, the device allows users to engage in daily religious practices discreetly throughout the day.
Features such as multiple dhikr channels, touch-based controls, prayer time reminders, and basic activity tracking are integrated into a compact form factor, enabling the ring to serve as both a spiritual
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aid and a lifestyle accessory. Its design prioritises ease of use, allowing it to be worn during prayer and daily activities without frequent removal or adjustment.
QWATCH S6
A third-generation Bluetooth smartwatch, Qwatch S6, is also featured in the product lineup. Equipped with medical-grade sensors, the device can be utilised to monitor heart rate, blood oxygen levels, sleep quality, physical activity, and sedentary behaviour.
In addition to these health features, it has numerous dhikr channels, a Hijri calendar, a tasbih counter, Qibla direction, prayer time reminders, and Qur ' an access. By consolidating both wellness and religious tools into a single device, the smartwatch reflects an integrated approach to daily life, where personal health management and spiritual practice coexist within a single digital ecosystem.
HAJJ BAND
The lineup also includes the Hajj Band, a wearable designed specifically for physically demanding, high-density environments such as Hajj and Umrah. Designed to support users during prolonged walking, heat exposure, and crowded conditions, the device continuously collects vital-sign data and uploads health information in real time.
It is equipped to send alerts when physical strain increases, offering an additional layer of safety and monitoring during pilgrimage. The Hajj Band demonstrates
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The products showcased address daily faith practices, continuous health monitoring, and physically demanding environments, further reflecting iQIBLA’ s commitment to offering connected devices designed around real cultural and environmental needs. |
iQIBLA’ s focus on situational design, addressing specific challenges users face during significant religious journeys.
The founder of iQIBLA stated that building technology that fits naturally into daily life has been their focus from the beginning.
“ The Middle East is the direct source of many of our real-world application cases. We can demonstrate how these items fit in well with the larger global consumer technology market at CES.”
Since its founding in 2021, iQIBLA has developed the Smart Zikr Ring category and shipped over 3.5 million devices globally, with notable uptake in GCC countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait, as well as wider adoption throughout the Middle East and Southeast Asia. This expansion reflects rising global interest in consumer technology that acknowledges faith as part of everyday life rather than treating it as a separate or specialised category. iQIBLA’ s presence at CES highlights the growing recognition of culturally responsive design within the wearables industry. By focusing on practical integration, usability, and relevance, the brand illustrates how faith-conscious technology can occupy a meaningful space within mainstream consumer electronics.
As demand continues to rise for devices that support both personal well-being and daily religious practice, iQIBLA’ s expanding portfolio points to a future in which wearables are increasingly shaped by the diverse lifestyles of their users.-
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