The head-worn health wearable tracks signals related to cerebral blood flow and physiological strain. It comes with a lifetime app subscription, personal onboarding and an expected delivery period of around three months.
Temple, the health-focused wearable developed under Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal‘s venture, has opened pre-orders in India at a listed price of Rs 85,000. Customers can book the device through the official Temple website or its Android and iOS apps, with deliveries expected in approximately three months.
The wearable has attracted attention because it takes a different approach from conventional smartwatches and fitness bands. Instead of focusing primarily on steps, heart rate and sleep tracking, Temple is designed to monitor physiological signals associated with cerebral blood flow, recovery and mental and physical strain.
The device is being offered in six colour options: True Gold, Rose Gold, Dark Mirror, Real Jade, Deep Blue and Purple Funk.
Temple wearable price in India and pre-order details
Temple is listed at Rs 85,000 in India. The purchase package includes the wearable, a charging pod, lifetime access to the app’s features, personal onboarding and a lifetime supply of adhesive Grips used to attach the device.
The company is following a made-to-order approach for its initial batch. Customers should expect delivery in around three months after placing an order.
Pre-orders are available through the official website, temple.com, and the Temple mobile app. Buyers can also request a refund before the device is shipped, according to the reported pre-order terms.
At Rs 85,000, Temple sits firmly in the premium wearable category. Its pricing is considerably higher than that of mainstream smartwatches and fitness trackers, so its appeal will largely depend on whether users find its specialised measurements useful.
What is Deepinder Goyal’s Temple wearable?
Temple is a compact, pill-shaped device worn on the side of the head, around the temple region between the forehead and the ear.
Unlike a smartwatch, it does not use a conventional wrist strap. Instead, it attaches to the skin using adhesive strips called Grips.
The device is built around a technology called BrainFlow. It uses optical sensors to measure changes in blood flow and related physiological signals around the temple. The company aims to use these measurements to help users understand how their bodies respond to activities, stress and recovery.
Temple also generates an Entropy score ranging from 1 to 250. This score is intended to represent physiological strain and activity, rather than functioning as a conventional fitness score.
The company positions the product as a wellness and research-oriented wearable, not a medical device for diagnosing health conditions.
Temple features and what buyers get
Temple’s main differentiator is its focus on measurements beyond the typical fitness metrics offered by wrist-based wearables.
Its key features and package inclusions include:
- BrainFlow tracking: Uses optical sensing to monitor changes in cerebral blood flow.
- Entropy score: Provides a real-time score on a scale of 1 to 250 to represent physiological strain.
- Skin attachment: Uses adhesive Grips instead of a conventional strap.
- Lifetime app access: Includes lifetime access to the app’s features without a recurring subscription fee.
- Charging pod: A dedicated charging accessory is included.
- Personal onboarding: Buyers receive a one-on-one introduction to the device and its features.
- Temple Care: The package includes a device replacement arrangement at a nominal fee, subject to the company’s terms.
The company also says the device is designed for everyday use, including activities such as running and swimming. Buyers should review the official usage and care instructions before using it in water or during strenuous activities.
Temple colours and availability
The wearable is listed in six colour options:
- True Gold
- Rose Gold
- Dark Mirror
- Real Jade
- Deep Blue
- Purple Funk
Real Jade, Deep Blue and Purple Funk have been described as limited-edition finishes.
Customers can select their preferred colour while preparing their order through the official Temple website or app. Availability may vary depending on the initial production batch.
How to pre-order Temple in India
Interested buyers can place a pre-order through the official Temple website or mobile application.
The process involves opening the website or app, setting up an account, selecting the wearable and preferred colour, entering delivery details and completing the purchase.
Since Temple is being manufactured on a made-to-order basis, customers should check the expected delivery date and cancellation terms before confirming their order.
The company has indicated that pre-orders can be cancelled for a refund before the device is shipped.
Is Temple worth Rs 85,000?
Temple is not directly comparable to a regular smartwatch. Its main proposition is specialised physiological tracking rather than everyday features such as notifications, calls, step counting and conventional fitness monitoring.
For users interested in experimenting with brain-related physiological measurements, recovery and stress indicators, Temple may be an interesting product. However, its Rs 85,000 price makes it a substantial purchase.
There are also important limitations to consider. The Entropy score should not be interpreted as a medical diagnosis or a direct measurement of intelligence, concentration or mental performance. The usefulness of its measurements will depend on the underlying technology, validation and how accurately users can interpret the data.
Buyers should also understand that the company describes Temple as a wellness and research product. It should not replace medical tests, professional assessments or advice from healthcare providers.
For people looking for basic activity tracking, sleep monitoring and heart-rate measurements, a conventional smartwatch is likely to be a more practical and affordable option.
Temple marks Deepinder Goyal’s entry into specialised health wearables
With Temple, Deepinder Goyal is entering a specialised segment of the wearable technology market that goes beyond conventional fitness tracking.
The product’s unusual design and focus on cerebral blood flow have generated interest, but its long-term success will depend on the accuracy and usefulness of its measurements, the quality of the app experience and whether customers see enough value in its premium price.
The first batch of customer deliveries will be an important test of the product’s real-world performance.
