Deepinder Goyal, who started Zomato and now runs Eternal, just showed off a much smaller Temple health tracker. It’s less than half the size of the earlier prototype. Goyal says it’s now the smallest wearable by volume you can buy. Pre-orders for a limited launch will open soon on the official site. If you want one, you’ll get it before 2026 is over.
Key Takeaways
- Deepinder Goyal unveiled a redesigned Temple wearable that is less than half the physical volume of earlier prototypes.
- The device sticks to the side of the forehead to track cerebral blood flow, oxygenation, and brain data.
- Pre-orders for a limited launch edition will open soon, with shipments expected before the end of 2026.
- Temple previously raised $54 million from venture funds including Peak XV Partners and Info Edge Ventures.
- Reports estimate the introductory price could fall between Rs 72,000 and Rs 80,000.
How Temple Works and What It Tracks
Unlike smartwatches or smart rings that collect metrics from wrists and fingers, Temple attaches directly to the forehead area near the temple using medical-grade adhesive tape. The sensor measures cerebral blood circulation in real time. It also monitors cognitive load, oxygen levels, and a metric the company calls entropy, which measures physiological strain.
The project started when Goyal researched circulation patterns and physical health. While doctors and medical experts have asked for peer-reviewed clinical studies to verify deep-brain data tracking, the startup aims the gadget at athletes, doctors, researchers, and founders. Badminton champion PV Sindhu recently wore the device during competitive training sessions.
Funding and Commercial Rollout Plans
Temple raised $54 million in an early funding round at a $190 million valuation in February 2026. Investors in that round included Peak XV Partners, Steadview Capital, Dharana Capital, and Info Edge Ventures. The company also rolled out an employee stock buyback program at a $375 million valuation and is seeking fresh funding at an estimated valuation of $500 million.
While the startup has not confirmed the official retail price, trade estimates place the launch cost between Rs 72,000 and Rs 80,000. The purchase package is expected to include lifetime access to the companion analytics software along with adhesive patches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the Temple wearable created by Deepinder Goyal?
A1. Temple is a forehead-worn health tracker designed to measure cerebral blood circulation, cognitive workload, and recovery data in real time.
Q2. When will the Temple wearable be available for purchase?
A2. The company plans to open pre-orders for a limited launch edition soon, with initial deliveries starting before the end of 2026.
Q3. How much will the Temple device cost in India?
A3. Official pricing is not out yet, but industry reports project an introductory cost around Rs 72,000 to Rs 80,000.
Q4. How do users wear the Temple device on their body?
A4. Users place the pebble-shaped unit directly against the skin on the side of their forehead using specialized adhesive patches.
