Xiaomi’s sub-brand REDMI has officially joined the business of making smartwatches for kids with a solid first device that packs safety features, communication, and a kid-friendly design. The new Redmi Children’s Watch was available for sale on JD.com and is now available for pre-order, with official sales starting on March 24.
Priced at 499 yuan ($77), the watch is even more affordable at 424.15 yuan ($65) after deducting applicable national subsidies. It is a new business line for Redmi’s product portfolio, which has thus far been committed to making smartphones and IoT devices.
Hardware Details
Redmi Kids Watch is equipped with:
- 1.68-inch high-resolution screen (360×390 pixels)
- 5-megapixel front-facing camera
- 950mAh Lithium battery with 3-day battery life
- 4GB Internal Storage
- Water resistance up to 20 meters
Advanced Safety Features
Parents will love the extensive safety features integrated into the Redmi Children’s Watch:
- Nine-fold precision positioning system
- 90-day historical location tracking User-definable safe zones and alerts
- Anti-disturbance mode of school hours
- Anti-addiction zones to limit use
Communication and Connectivity
The watch excels in keeping children connected with their families:
- Provides WeChat messaging and video calls
- Compatible with cross-brand children’s watch friend connections.
- Allows adding WeChat contacts on your phone
- Alipay and WeChat payment methods supported (with parental controls)
Customization Options
Children can personalize the watch experience with various watch faces and settings. While some of the high-quality watch faces require payment, the device comes with several free ones pre-installed.
Pricing and Availability
Redmi Kids Watch is excellent value when you consider its feature set:
- Regular price: 499 yuan ($77 USD)
- Subsidized price: 424.15 yuan ($65)
- Available for pre-order now on JD.com
- Official release begins March 24
The new smartwatch is a demonstration of Redmi’s drive to diversify its product range without compromising on the brand’s focus on affordability and quality. The Redmi Children’s Watch, with its blend of safety features, communication options, and child-friendly interface, is poised to be a strong player in the growing segment of children’s wearables.
Source: ITHome
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