The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S was launched as an upgrade to the original Xiaomi Mi Band, adding a heart rate monitor. However, it was a minor improvement and not truly a new generation of this smart bracelet. The new Xiaomi Mi Band 2, however, would be. It would arrive on May 10thCompared to previous Mi Bands, this version adds OLED display, keep the heart rate sensor and reinforces its proposal with IP67 water resistance, Bluetooth 4.0 BLE and a 70 mAh battery with great theoretical autonomy.
A display bracelet
Although it seems logical that the bracelet will continue to resemble the original Xiaomi Mi Band, and may even include the heart rate monitor from the second version, the truth is that the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 will differ from the other two bracelets in one key way, and that is that It will have a screenOne thing that differentiated Xiaomi's fitness trackers from others like Fitbit was the lack of a screen to display data such as calories burned or hours slept; users had to rely on their phones for this information. This will change with the new generation. The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 will feature a 0,42 inch OLED screen where we can see the time, and we can also see the data that the bracelet has captured. There will even be a capacitive touch button with which we can interact with the bracelet, probably to navigate through its different menus.
The screen reads in Vertical orientation and it lights up turn your wrist or by pressing the button. Indoors it offers good clarity, although It does not have brightness adjustmentIt can be annoying in complete darkness and difficult to see in direct sunlight. The app lets you choose what it displays with each tap. time, steps, distance, calories, pulse and battery.
A similar bracelet
Even so, the bracelet won't be significantly different. The idea will remain the same: a bracelet of little size rather economicAlthough it's impossible to say exactly how much it will cost, it seems logical to expect a price below 30 euros, given that this has been the success of the current generations of Xiaomi Mi Band, and that doesn't seem likely to change.
The set consists of module and flexible rubber strapVery lightweight and comfortable. The closure is secure, although the elastic takes some wear to loosen up. It offers IP67 profile, enough for shower and splashes (Does not measure swimming). The module includes the optical pulse sensor and the screen, and it can be removed for charging.
It probably won't officially arrive in EuropeTherefore, it will have to be acquired through an international distributor, which will cost more, and it is likely that in the first few months acquiring it will cost around 30 eurosThis is based on the price of the Xiaomi Mi Band and Xiaomi Mi Band 1S when they were launched. However, it's possible that over time its price will decrease, even through these international distributors, and it may be available for under 20 euros.
battery and charging
With 70 mAhXiaomi talks of up to 20 days Under favorable conditions. In actual use with notificationsActive wrist rotation and frequent screen checks are reasonable to expect about 9–10 daysSleep mode saves a lot of energy. To recharge, you need to remove the core detach it from the strap and place it in the proprietary charger.
Mi Fit app, notifications and measurement
Application We Fit centralizes the daily history: steps, calories, distance, sleep, and heart ratewith clear graphics. Automatic detection identifies walks and sleepalthough dream recognition can confusing rest with sleepIt includes social functions, objectives, and unit’s QR code to share progress.
The notifications Calls and apps arrive via vibration and a generic icon On screen, without contact names, something basic but enough to know there are alerts. The pulse sensor is SpeedIt does not measure continuously by default and is not ideal for intense trainingBut it's useful for occasional checks. Xiaomi has improved the step counting algorithm to reduce false positives.
With a simple screen, impressive battery life, and a competitive price, the Mi Band 2 positions itself as a very accessible option for those looking for measure daily activity without complications or large expenses, assuming their limitations visibility in full sunlight, sleep tracking, and notifications.