MWC 2024: Xiaomi unveils Smart Band 8 Pro, boasts 14-day batt life, over 150 sports modes, upgraded health functions

Among the latest offerings from Xiaomi is an upgraded smart wearable.

The Smart Band 8 Pro

Longer battery life for sports and everyday needs

Chinese tech company Xiaomi is among the brands that unveiled its latest line of products at the Mobile World Congress 2024 being held in Barcelona.

Among its newest smart devices is the Smart Band 8 Pro. Xiaomi said this offers “upgraded customization, professional sports tracking, comprehensive health monitoring, and other smart features, providing an exceptional user experience that blends style with everyday utility.”

The latest wearable from Xiaomi features a new large rectangular 1.74" AMOLED screen with an upgraded 60Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 336×480 pixels. The smart band is incredibly thin and lightweight, measuring just 9.99mm in thickness and weighing only 22.5g. Its body sports a stylish metallic frame and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 front cover glass.

Xiaomi said this is also equipped with a light sensor that supports adaptive ambient light brightness automatic adjustment, ensuring that the display remains easily viewable in various lighting conditions.

Different strap choices!

The Smart Band 8 Pro offers quick-release band straps on both sides of the band body so users can seamlessly change their straps. It is available in black or silver, with a wide range of out-of-box strap materials and colors for users to fully personalize their look.

Xiaomi also boasts a selection of over 200 watch faces for its Smart Band 8 Pro to cater to user’s preferences. This includes gaming-themed options that add a fun touch of entertainment to your experience.

For the sports fanatics, the watch packs professional-level sports tracking, with an extensive selection of over 150 sports modes to choose from. It caters to various exercise options and individual preferences. For running enthusiasts, the smart running function allows users to set their desired running speed before running, with pace reminders to help them stay on track. The device also provides 10 on-wrist running courses, offering scientific and intuitive running guidance during workouts. Additionally, the built-in 3D exercise animation provides clear visual guidance for warm-up and stretching before exercise, ensuring better preparation for the upcoming workout.

The smart band is also equipped with health monitoring functions. Upgraded with a new 4-channel heart rate monitoring module, the advanced technology utilizes multiple sensors to continually monitor heart rate throughout the day, recording health data in real-time.

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro packs a 289mAh battery, providing 23 percent longer power longevity compared to its predecessor. This can last up to 14 days, surpassing its previous generation by an additional 2 days and ensuring prolonged usage without frequent recharging. The smartwatch also has built-in GNSS positioning, allowing users to stay aware of their location, even without their phones.

Aside from these, the 5ATM-certified Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro is equipped with other useful tools, such as Alexa voice assistant and the "find mobile phone" feature.

Euro price with direct to PHP conversion (no taxes and duties yet):

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 - starts from EUR 69 (around PHP 4,180)

The Smart Band 8 Pro along with other new products from Xiaomi will be available for sale via Xiaomi's official channels in Europe. Stay tuned with us as we all wait for a PH release.

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