Xiaomi Launches Redmi Watch 6 Active with 18-Day Battery Life and AMOLED Display
Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi Watch 6 Active in the Philippines and China, positioning the device as a lean, entry-level option in its wearable catalog. The smartwatch hits shelves with a price tag of roughly $42 in the Philippines, while Chinese consumers can secure the unit starting at 349 yuan, or approximately $49.
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Design and Display Specs
The centerpiece of the hardware is a 1.85-inch square AMOLED screen, boasting a resolution of 390 x 450 pixels. To combat glare, the panel pushes a peak local brightness of 1,200 nits. The chassis measures just 9.9 mm thick and weighs a light 26 grams, finished with a 2.5D curved glass cover. For durability, the watch carries an IP68 rating, ensuring protection against standard water and dust exposure.
Battery Realities and Power Usage
While Xiaomi advertises an 18-day battery life, that figure relies on a restricted power-saving mode. Heavy users who enable the Always-On Display and continuous health monitoring will find the runtime drops further, lasting approximately 6 days on a single charge.
Fitness Tracking and Smart Connectivity
The device caters to active users with support for over 140 sports modes, including automatic activity detection. Integrated sensors track heart rate, blood oxygen, stress, and sleep quality, with the system programmed to trigger alerts for abnormal heart rate spikes or low blood oxygen levels. Beyond fitness, the watch facilitates Bluetooth calling via a built-in microphone and speaker, and supports quick text replies for messaging. It is compatible with both Android and iOS, with full integration for syncing exercise data to Apple Health.
Software Updates and Colorways
The Redmi Watch 6 Active offers remote camera shutter functionality for iPhone users. Xiaomi has also baked in support for QR-code payments through WeChat Pay and Alipay. The watch is currently available in three color variations: dark gray/black, silver, and orange-pink.