Xiaomi has officially launched the highly anticipated Redmi K80 series, accompanied by two remarkable additions to its wearable lineup: the Redmi Watch 5 and Redmi Buds 6 Pro. These products bring significant enhancements in design, features, and performance, setting new benchmarks in the wearable tech market.
Redmi Watch 5: Bigger, Smarter, More Durable
The Redmi Watch 5 is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, the Redmi Watch 4, offering a larger 2.07-inch AMOLED curved display with an impressive 1,500 nits peak brightness and a smooth 60Hz refresh rate. The display has an 82% screen-to-body ratio, making it more immersive with 2mm thin bezels.
Key features include:
- Xiaomi HyperOS 2: Smooth and intelligent user experience.
- eSIM Support: Enables standalone calls and messages, with up to 25 hours of walkie-talkie functionality.
- Advanced Health Monitoring: Tracks heart rate, blood oxygen levels (SpO2), sleep, and stress with 97.1% accuracy.
- GNSS Sensor: Ensures precise location tracking for outdoor activities.
- NFC & Smart Car Key Support: Facilitates contactless payments and multi-device connectivity.
- Battery Life: Equipped with a 550mAh battery, offering up to 24 days of usage on a single charge, while the eSIM version lasts up to 12 days.
The watch is available in Elegant Black and Bright Moon Silver, with a premium Titanium eSIM version.
Price:
- Standard: CNY 599 (~$82)
- eSIM Version: CNY 799 (~$110)
Redmi Buds 6 Pro: Immersive Sound and Superior Noise Cancellation
The Redmi Buds 6 Pro offer a premium listening experience with 11mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers and 6.7mm piezoelectric ceramic drivers that deliver rich, clear sound. Enhanced by Deep Space Noise Reduction 2.0, the earbuds reduce ambient noise by up to 55dB, making them perfect for immersive audio experiences.
Key features include:
- Low Latency (20ms) Gaming Mode: Provides ultra-responsive audio, ideal for gamers.
- Advanced Audio Codecs: Support LHDC 5.0, LC3, and Bluetooth 5.3, ensuring minimal latency and high-fidelity sound.
- Spatial Audio: Delivers a 360-degree sound experience for music and calls.
- AI ENC System: Minimizes wind noise during calls with a 3-mic setup.
- Battery Life: Offers up to 36 hours of playback with the charging case, with fast charging providing 2 hours of use in just 5 minutes.
The Buds 6 Pro is available in Black, Jade Green, and White, while the Gaming Edition adds a USB-C Flash Connector 2.0.
Price:
- Standard: CNY 399 (~$55)
- Gaming Edition: CNY 499 (~$68)
Redmi K80 Series: Availability & Launch
The Redmi K80 and K80 Pro are available in China, with global availability expected soon. While the Redmi Watch 5 and Redmi Buds 6 Pro are currently available for pre-order in China, they are expected to launch in other markets shortly.
