Ring-shaped Tuno controller brings DJ mixing to your fingertips

The Tuno is an innovative ring-shaped DJ controller designed by Chaewon Lee under the Samsung Design Membership program, aiming to make DJ mixing portable, intuitive, and accessible. About the size of a CD, this handheld device fits comfortably in both hands and mimics professional DJ equipment gestures through touch and motion controls. It integrates essential DJ functions such as EQ, FX processing, and beat matching into a compact form by condensing multiple knobs into a single click wheel and scroll system. The symmetrical donut-like design mirrors traditional CDJ decks, allowing users to operate controls naturally and efficiently while maintaining comfort and accessibility. Tuno leverages gesture-based controls and built-in motion sensors to simplify complex DJ tasks—users can shake the device for track recommendations, flip it to switch songs, or tilt their head to monitor decks. It also includes wireless earbuds that connect instantly to music apps, enabling DJs to preview and monitor tracks without bulky headphones or cables. The design was informed by studying professional DJs’ hand movements, resulting