Redmi has launched its first children’s smartwatch
By ForGeeks Redmi, a sub-brand of Xiaomi, is officially entering the smart watch for kids market. The new product, dubbed Redmi Kids Smartwatch, is already available for pre-order on JD.com and will go on sale March 24. The device is priced at 499 yuan ($69), making it an affordable solution for parents who want to stay in touch with their kids.
Main Features of Redmi Kids Smartwatch
1. Screen and Camera
The smartwatch features a 1.68-inch display with a resolution of 360 × 390 pixels and a density of 315 PPI. This provides clear and bright text, notifications, and educational content. On the front panel is a 5MP camera that supports photo and video calling – parents can easily connect with their child and even see their surroundings in real time.
2. Connectivity and geolocation
The watch supports 4G on all large Chinese carriers for stable connectivity. The nine-level location system utilizes GPS, Beidou, Wi-Fi, A-GPS and AI positioning, allowing parents to track their child’s location and view their child’s movement history over the past 90 days. It also features safety zones with instant notifications.
3. Battery life and water protection
The built-in 950 mAh rechargeable battery provides up to three days of use without recharging. The watch is water resistant up to 20 meters, allowing wearing it in the rain or while washing your hands. However, immersion in water (e.g. while swimming) is not recommended.
4. Safety and training features
- Children’s WeChat – secure communication with a limited contact list.
- Payment Control – parents can limit or disable access to payment features.
- Study and Addiction Protection Modes – help children focus on their studies.
- Educational Apps – History, Music, Math, English, Logic.
- K12-sports support – several sports modes for active kids.
- Data Protection – AES256 encryption for confidentiality of information.
Rising demand for children’s smart watches
Despite an overall 7% decline in smartwatch sales in 2024, kids’ models are becoming a new trend and are driving market growth. Redmi, as part of Xiaomi, can use this momentum to gain leadership in the budget kids’ smart watch segment.
Conclusion: Redmi Kids Smartwatch offers advanced connectivity, security and learning features at an affordable price, making it a competitive solution for parents looking for a smart and reliable watch for their kids.
