Due to some problems with the production, the presentation of the second generation of the Mi Band expected for May 10, in conjunction with the Xiaomi Mi Max, has been postponed by about a month and it was the CEO of the company himself to tell us | Lei Jun confirms the launch of Xiaomi Mi Band 2 in June |.
Today, through a post on the well-known Chinese social Weibo, Xiaomi has finally formalized the Mi Band 2, featuring an OLED display from 0,42 "inches that represents a big step forward over the first generation (including the Mi Band 1s) of its wearable.
But this is not the only novelty of this new Mi Band, as, as reported by Xiaomi itself, it has a new updated algorithm that allows a better calculation of the steps taken, the heart rate and generic activity data. breakthrough and sleep. Moreover, it has a new bracelet redesigned not only in design but also in materials, which are more comfortable (skin-friendly) and allow a better grip / adherence to the wrist. In addition, it has a physical button to scroll through the various screens and a sensor for calculating heart rate. Finally, like previous generations, this new generation also has IP67 certification, which means that it is impermeable to water and dust.
Here are the complete technical details of the new Mi Band 2:
- 0,42 ″ OLED display with scratch-resistant and oleophobic glass (does not retain fingerprints);
- Photoplethysmography sensor (PPG) / heart rate monitor;
- Monitoring of physical activity and sleep;
- IP67 certification;
- Bluetooth 4.0 (LE);
- Weight: 7 gr;
- Battery pack from 70 mAh.
From what Xiaomi reported, the estimated battery life in stand-by is around twenty days, so it will certainly be able to cover a week and a half with medium-intense use. Finally, it will be available in various colors (bracelet only, the actual device is only available in black) including black, blue, green, orange, etc. Let's now move on to the salient point, namely the sale price that once again Xiaomi has made it really very competitive, as it is offered for only 149 Yuan, which at the exchange rate is equivalent to poco more than 20 €! Currently pre-order orders are open only in China on the official Xiaomi website but will be officially on sale by 7 June.
via | Xiaomi Fans Italia
Hopefully they improved the strap. Sincerely, it only lasted a few months and then the buckle broke.