Xiaomi Smart Band 8 launched Globally with 1.62-inch AMOLED screen, up to 16 days battery, 5ATM
Xiaomi also launched its latest Smart Band 8 in the Global Market alongside the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, after it was launched in China back in April. It has a 1.62-inch AMOLED display as last year’s model with a 192 x 490-pixel resolution, 326 PPI pixel density, and a maximum brightness of 600 nits. The Smart Band 8 boasts up to 150+ training modes, as well as a smart health assistant that includes capabilities like SpO2 monitoring, heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and female period tracking.
For the first time, the Smart Band 8 features an updated quick-release mechanism and a stylish metallic texture, along with two fresh middle frame color options: "light gold" and "bright black." In addition to a range of traditional straps, Xiaomi also provides innovative choices like a necklace-style strap and a leather strap designed specifically for the band.
The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 delivers real-time monitoring and performance statistics, offering users accurate workout information. For runners, the 'Pebble Mode' can be attached to a shoe buckle, providing comprehensive running data and evaluating running posture to improve overall performance.
The Xiaomi Smart Band 8, driven by the advanced Apollo 4 Blue Lite chipset, offers a smooth and effortless user experience. With its enhanced 190mAh battery, it provides up to 16 days of regular usage on a single charge, and its new fast-charging capability reduces the charging time to just one hour.
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Specifications -
| Display | 1.62-inch (192×490 pixels) HD 2.5D Always-on AMOLED touch display, 326 PPI, Up to 600 nits of brightness |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.1 that connects to Android 6.0 and above and iOS 12.0 and above, NFC (NFC Edition only) |
| Sports Modes | 150+ workout modes including professional courses such as running course, running bean mode, somatosensory boxing course, etc |
| Features | Smart controls such as music control, remote camera control, quick message reply, incoming call alerts, 100+ new watch faces with AOD support, includes Mars Super Wallpaper |
| Sensors | Continuous heart rate tracking, continuous blood oxygen saturation monitoring, as well as 24/7 sleep tracking, Female health tracking, etc. |
| Water Proof | 5ATM Water-resistant up to 50 meters |
| Dimensions | 48 × 22.5 × 10.99mm |
| Weight | 27g (including strap) |
| Battery | 190mAh battery offers up to 16 days of battery life with typical usage, charging time of about 1 hour |
Pricing and Availability -
The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is available in both Black and White color options, with prices starting at EUR 39.9 (equivalent to USD 42 or approximately Rs. 3,516). While the band itself comes in these two colors, the company also offers various styles of straps that can be purchased separately. You can find it for sale through Xiaomi's official channels in Europe.