Xiaomi's first ever children watch announced

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