Alongside the new MatePad 12 X tablet, Huawei has also introduced the Watch D2, the successor to the Watch D from 2022. Like its predecessor, it comes equipped with sensors for blood pressure monitoring, but this time, it has a sleeker design along with a bigger display.
The Watch D2 sports a 1.82-inch AMOLED display with a high peak brightness of 1,500 nits. It gets a rotating crown as well as a home button for navigation and for protection, it comes with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. On the connectivity side, it gets onboard GPS, NFC, and Bluetooth 5.2, along with a built-in microphone and speaker for Bluetooth calling, although it does not come with a cellular option.
As for the highlight of the smartwatch, the blood pressure monitoring system uses a cuff with a mini pump and an airbag that inflates at regular intervals throughout the day. Moreover, it even has sensors to monitor your heart rate, ECG, and skin temperature.
Of course, it also supports over 80 sports modes to track your exercises and its even compatible with both iOS and Android smartphones. Battery-wise, the watch gets a slightly shorter battery life, lasting up to six days with normal usage, but this is cut down to only one day with the use blood pressure monitoring.
The Watch D2 is offered in black and gold colourways. It retails at RM1,999 and is available for pre-order from 19 to 29 November 2024, coming with a free pair of FreeBuds Pro 2, a smart scale, an extra strap, and a two-year warranty. The smartwatch can be purchased through the brand’s online store as well as its Shopee and Lazada stores.
