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Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Watch 6 Active/Vitality Edition smartwatch in China. It is priced at 349 yuan (~$52) and features an AMOLED display, health and fitness tracking capabilities, and a large battery rated to deliver up to 18 days of usage on a single charge.
Redmi Watch 6 Active Specifications
The watch features a 1.85-inch square AMOLED display with a 390 x 450 resolution. The screen reaches a local peak brightness of 1,200 nits, which should provide decent visibility outdoors in direct sunlight. It also includes a color always-on display (AOD) option, allowing users to check the time and basic notifications without having to raise their wrist or tap the screen.
In terms of design, the device is relatively lightweight at 26 grams and measures 9.9mm thick. It has a flat-edged middle frame with a single button on the side for navigating the interface, while the screen is covered by 2.5D curved glass. The watch uses a quick-release mechanism for its straps and is available in three main color options at launch: silver, pink-orange, and a darker black or gray finish.
Inside, the watch is powered by a 470mAh battery. Xiaomi estimates it will last up to 18 days if you use a restricted battery-saver mode, or about 12 days under normal daily use. If you turn on the always-on display and keep regular health tracking active, the estimated battery life drops to around six days.
For connectivity, the watch has a built-in microphone to take calls over Bluetooth, and it supports quick text replies so you do not have to pull out your phone for basic responses. It will also support QR-code offline payments for WeChat Pay and Alipay. However, Xiaomi says this payment feature will not be available at launch; it is scheduled to arrive via a software update later in September.
On the fitness side, the watch tracks over 140 different exercises, with automatic detection for a few common workouts. It monitors heart rate, blood oxygen levels, sleep, and stress, and it can send alerts if it detects abnormal heart rates or low blood oxygen. It also offers compatibility with iOS devices, and users can sync their workout data directly to Apple Health and use the watch as a remote shutter for their iPhone’s camera.
Alongside China, the watch is being released in major global markets. It is currently available for PHP 2,599 in the Philippines and can also be purchased in the US via Amazon.
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