Xiaomi is planning to launch its upcoming fitness tracker, the Mi Band 6, later this year. The firmware for the band has been identified in the Zepp app (formerly Amazfit). It showcases some of the key improvements over the existing Band 5.
Here are some of the features that we can expect from the Mi Band 6:
- Larger 1.56-inch AMOLED display
- SpO2 sensor for blood oxygen monitoring
- 30 fitness modes, including swimming
- 14-day battery life
- Magnetic charging
The Mi Band 6 is the upcoming fitness tracker, also likely to be a popular choice for fitness enthusiasts. This Xiaomi smartphone is suitable for those who are looking for a stylish and affordable tracker. Also Read: Xiaomi’s Mi Smart Band 6 fitness tracker leaks online, to come with similar design as it’s predecessor
Xiaomi Mi Band 6: Two models, NFC and non-NFC, with built-in GPS
The smart band is likely to come in two models: one for China (XMSH16HM, NFC) and one for the global market (XMSH15HM, most likely without NFC). Also Read: Realme Band 2 with 12-days battery life in India; comes with up to 90 sports and workout modes
The band will be manufactured by Huami, a company that is backed by Xiaomi. The Zepp app, which is formerly known as Amazfit, is a reliable source for news about the Mi Band 6.
The Mi Band 6 will have a built-in GPS receiver, which will provide reliable speed and distance data for your workouts. It will also have a larger 1.56-inch AMOLED display, a SpO2 sensor for blood oxygen monitoring, and 30 fitness modes, including swimming. Also Read: Amazfit Band 7 with 18-day battery life launched; Amazfit Band 7 vs Mi Band 7
Upcoming Fitness Tracker with Alexa, SpO2 sensor, and built-in GPS
According to recent leaks, Mi Band 6 gets a codename “Pangu,” and it has the model number XMSH16HM. According to recent reports, the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Band 6 is also likely to come with support for Alexa. It will also get an SpO2 sensor for blood oxygen measurement and built-in GPS. Also Read: Honor Band 6 to launch in India, appears on Flipkart, to take on Redmi Watch
This Xiaomi smartband will also have a higher resolution watch face than the Band 5. It will add 19 new exercise modes. The A-GPS data will be provided through the smartphone to the band for faster positioning. This means that you will be able to track your workouts more accurately, even without a cellular connection.
The Mi Band 6 is a promising upcoming fitness tracker that is likely to be a popular choice for users who are looking for a feature-rich and affordable option. Some of the new exercise modes include:
Xiaomi Mi Band 6 (Exercise Mode)
| Indoor fitness | Zumba |
| Indoor Ice Skating | Cricket |
| HIIT | Bowling |
| Core Training | Basketball |
| Stretching | Volleyball |
| Stepper | Table tennis |
| Gymnastics | Badminton |
| Pilates | Boxing |
| Street Dance | Kickboxing |
| Dance |
Mi Band 6: 1.1-inch color display, larger display, new UI
The Xiaomi Mi Band 6 offers a 1.1-inch colour display. Users can track and access their sleeping data on the band itself. This suggests that the next generation of the Mi Band could also launch with a larger display. Also Read: Launch Time of Redmi TV India leaked
There are several leaks that support this, and some even suggest that the display will have a high resolution. The UI is also rumoured to be refreshed with a new look. Here are some of the default watch faces:
Mi Smart Band 6: New features include smart home monitoring, emoji notifications, and automatic call decline
The upcoming Mi Smart Band 6 is also likely to come with several new features, including:
- Smart home monitoring: The band will be able to monitor smart home devices that use the Mi Home platform. This means that you will be able to control your lights, thermostat, and other devices from your wrist.
- Emoji notifications: The band will also be able to display emoji-based notifications for incoming messages and calls. This will make it easier to see what’s happening without having to take your phone out of your pocket.
- Automatic call decline: The band will be able to automatically decline calls with a pre-defined message. This is a useful feature for when you’re driving or in a meeting and don’t want to be interrupted.
Furthermore, it is not yet clear if all of these features will be available in all regions. However, the Mi Smart Band 6 is shaping up to be a powerful and feature-rich fitness tracker. Also Read: Redmi Smart TV features teased on Amazon ahead of India launch
Mi Smart Band 6: Upcoming Fitness Tracker launch date around June, but no official announcement yet
The previous generation Mi Smart Band 5 first debuted in July 2021. It is now mid-2023, and there is still no official announcement for the Mi Smart Band 6. However, according to recent reports, the band is likely to launch around June 2023. The Mi Smart Band 6 could launch with several new features. These include a larger display, a SpO2 sensor, and built-in GPS. It is also likely to have a new design and a refreshed UI.
Xiaomi has not yet released any official information about the Mi Smart Band 6. Hence, it is best to take this post with a pinch of salt. However, the recent reports suggest that the band is indeed in the works and that it could launch soon. Also Read: Mi Watch Lite could be launched earlier than anticipated
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