Xiaomi unveiled a children’s smart watch with cameras, AMOLED screen and advanced security features
By ForGeeks
Xiaomi has launched a new smart watch designed specifically for kids. Xiaomi Kids Watch is priced at $200 and will go on sale from January 27. The new product focuses on safety, communication and ease of use and will be available in two colors, Star River Blue and Nebula Purple.
The new watch is designed for safety, communication and ease of use and will be available in two colors, Star River Blue and Nebula Purple.
The watch has an unusual octagonal case with a hinged camera module. This design allows your child to easily switch between the front and main cameras, while animated effects make the interaction more visual and fun. There’s a 5-megapixel camera on the front for video calls and selfies, and an 8-megapixel camera on the back for capturing everyday moments.
The device features a 1.75-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 390 × 450 pixels. Inside, there’s 1GB of RAM and 16GB of onboard storage. The watch supports fast charging — up to 50 percent of the battery is replenished in about 30 minutes. The built-in 740 mAh battery is rated for a full day of use, and a power-saving mode can be enabled to increase autonomy if needed. It’s also claimed to be waterproof to a depth of 20 meters.
The Xiaomi Kids Watch supports GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo and QZSS systems for location tracking. Additionally, AI-assisted floor-accurate positioning is implemented to identify not only the building but also the specific level. Security features include — geofencing, school arrival notifications, movement history, and one-button SOS emergency call.
Safety features — geofencing, school arrival notifications, movement history, and one-button SOS emergency call.
The watch supports voice and video calls, voice messaging, and kids’ versions of WeChat and QQ. The built-in NFC module lets you use the device as a transportation card, pass, or key for compatible smart locks. Parents can also link the watch to Xiaomi’s smart home system via the Xiao Ai voice assistant.
The watch can also be used to connect with Xiaomi’s smart home system via the Xiao Ai voice assistant.
On the health and activity side, the device offers heart rate and mood monitoring, as well as a separate sports system with 18 activity modes designed for school kids. The watch automatically sends notifications if a child enters a high-risk area involving water.
The watch also sends notifications if a child enters a high-risk area involving water.
Xiaomi claims to have passed more than 170 quality and security tests to ensure the device is durable and protects children. Local data encryption, secure cloud transfer and advanced privacy settings are also implemented.
