Xiaomi just introduced its new tracker connected, called AmazFit an object to the original circular design and affordable price, we should be able to find out within a month.
Chinese Xiaomi, well known for its enticing features to mobile and aggressive prices, presented at a conference organized yesterday its AmazFit. This new connected object follows the Mi Band, another tracker connected which sold over 3.1 million units in the second quarter of 2015, according to the manufacturer.
The AmazFit is a connected object that stands out from its competitors thanks to its quirky design. The activity tracker sports a circular shape, is composed of zirconium dioxide, which is a material used in the medical field and in jewelery for its robustness.
Its shape allows it to be worn in different ways, either on the wrist like a conventional wristband, or pendant through various separate accessories. In terms of features, the Amazfit resumes every feature the possibilities offered by the Mi Band. We find an activity sensor for analyzing daily physical activity, and sleep quality. Good point, the object can also be an alarm clock with the vibrator that integrates but also warn of the receipt of messages or notifications. Xiaomi indicates that the device is capable of holding 10 days away from his induction charging base. The AmazFit is fully waterproof and dustproof thanks to its IP68 certification.
Xiaomi announced compatibility with Android and iOS, and affordable: count indeed 299 yuan, or about 41 euros. The product will be sold on the market in mid-October on the company website, with availability in two colors: black and white.
This new product marks a revival in Xiaomi, since it is not stamped Mi, unlike the Mi Band, which is still pending also the successor. The AmazFit also has its own website. We will see in the coming months if Xiaomi will focus on objects connected through this new entity, and whether it will drop its Mi Band.