Early this year, Mobvoi announced the TicWatch GTH, a square-faced smartwatch that can also measure skin temperature alongside a handful of other health parameters. New findings have revealed that more GTH watches are on the way, and along with the upcoming TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, they will have advanced heart rate measurement.

The info was discovered in an APK teardown of version 4.3.0 of the Mobvoi app according to XDA Developers. Strings inside the app mention three yet-to-be-announced smartwatches – the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra which we first heard of last week when it appeared in a hands-on video, the TicWatch GTH+, and the TicWatch GTH Pro.

The APK revealed some new heart rate measurement features that are quite advanced. The smartwatches will be able to determine the following: biological age of the heart (Arterial Age), the capability of the heart to provide oxygenated blood to cells based on the body’s performance demands (Exercise Capacity), the load on the heart due to the hardening of arteries (HSX), and a new medical-grade heart rate measurement method said to be as accurate as standard ECG-based methods (TruHR).

All of the data gotten from these measurements are condensed into what is called Arty Score which is rated over 100. The scores are categorized into four – Excellent (75 – 100), Good (50 – 74), Fair (25 – 49), and Poor (0 -24). These new features are said to be a result of a new partnership with an Australian medical company called AtCor Medical Inc, a subsidiary of CardieX.

While there is no confirmation that all of these features will be available on all of these new smartwatches, it has been revealed that the TicWatch GTH Pro will as there is a tutorial within the app that shows how to take an Arty Score on the smartwatch.

The images show that the watch will have a special sensor called the Heart Health Sensor on the right side of the frame. The user will be required to place the index finger on the sensor to take a reading. It was also discovered that the readings can be used to detect atrial fibrillation (AFib) and irregular heart rate rhythm in select countries.

We do not know when these smartwatches will be announced but the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra should launch soon since there is already an unboxing video online which means it has shipped to distributors.

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Mobvoi has finally brought its TicWatch GTH to the global market. The square-faced smartwatch, a first for the company, has a sensor for 24-hour skin temperature monitoring. Surprisingly, the global version sells for more than double the price in China.

The unique selling point of the TicWatch GTH is its 24-hour skin temperature measurement. There are very few smartwatches that can measure temperature. The other two that come to mind are the Amazfit GTS 2e and the Amazfit GTR 2e.

Mobvoi says that the temperature feature is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition but will provide additional information about your overall health. The sensor has an accuracy of ± 0.1°C and also provides on-demand readings that take a few seconds. Mobvoi also adds 24-hour blood oxygen level detection and respiration rate (number of breaths taken per minute). There is also an integrated breathing exercise coach that helps you to relax.

The TicWatch GTH has a 1.55-inch TFT touch display and uses 20mm interchangeable TPU straps. It runs RTOS, connects via Bluetooth 5.1, and is water-resistant up to 50 meters. There is a 260mAh battery inside the device that charges in 2 hours. The battery life is said to go up to ten days.

The smartwatch supports 14 workout modes and workout detection (TicMotion). It also has support for sleep tracking, app notifications, music playback control, sedentary reminder, and a find-your-phone feature.

Mobvoi is asking for $95.99 (rest of the world) for the TicWatch GTH which is more than double the ¥299 (~$46) price tag in China. It is priced at $79.99 in the US, €79.99 in Europe, and £69.99 in the UK. The smartwatch is already available for purchase on Mobvoi’s website.

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Back in January, Mobvoi announced the TicWatch GTH in China, a square-faced smartwatch whose USPs (unique selling points) include body temperature measurement. Today, the official Twitter account has posted a teaser that hints at a global release of the smartwatch.

TICWATCH GTH GIVEAWAY
The #TicWatchGTH is coming soon! Do you want to get it before anyone else? Join our #TicTEMP challenge –
By completing the daily challenge,
you’ll have a chance to WIN a #TicWatchGTH! 3 lucky winners will be randomly selected every day. Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/Vjh6fsvkfb

— Mobvoi_Official (@Mobvoi_Official) April 7, 2021

#TicWatchGTH Countdown: Day 6 of our #TicTEMP Challenge has started!
To enter:
FOLLOW @Mobvoi_Official
TAG one twitter friend
SHARE an item that is EXACTLY 100℃ / 212℉ in the comments below, using hashtag #TicTEMP.

Three #TicwatchGTH will be sent out today! pic.twitter.com/GPHWA1G54s

— Mobvoi_Official (@Mobvoi_Official) April 7, 2021

The TicWatch GTH has a 1.55-inch 360 x 320 HD full-color display that is covered with a piece of 2.5D curved glass that is integrated into the metal frame. On the right of the frame is a circular button on the right. Mobvoi says the scratch-resistant glass has an anti-fingerprint coating and that the quick-release strap is skin-friendly. There are several watch faces available and users can also use their own photos as a watch face.

The smartwatch has four major health indicators that it monitors. They are body temperature, blood oxygen level, heart rate, and breathing rate. Mobvoi claims it monitors these vitals 24 hours a day.

The temperature sensor, which is a feature not commonly found in smartwatches, can detect changes as small as 0.1°C. It can also measure the body temperature in just 5 seconds and in a variety of weather conditions at 10-minute intervals. It will also warn you when your body temperature is “abnormal”. The PPG biological sensor handles the 24-hour blood oxygen level and heart rate continuous detection.

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The TicWatch GTH has support for 14 sports modes including yoga, basketball, football, gymnastics, skipping, and rowing. It also supports automatic detection of three sports modes – walking, running, and cycling – thanks to TicMotion. The watch also has a sedentary reminder, sleep tracking, and a breathing coach.

There is a 260mAh battery inside the smartwatch and it will last up to 7 days in typical usage mode and up to 10 days in basic usage mode. Charging is via two pogo pins on the underside and it takes 2 hours to fully charge. The smartwatch is water-resistant up to 50 meters and it connects via Bluetooth 5.0.

The smartwatch is available in a single color variant – Knight Black. It launched for ¥299 (~$46) in China, so we expect it to have a price tag of under $60 when it launches globally next week.

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