Huawei may be preparing to unveil the next generation of its unique blood pressure monitoring smartwatch later this year. According to recent rumors, the Huawei Watch D2 could make its debut as soon as September, potentially alongside other new devices from the Chinese tech giant.
The original Huawei Watch D stood out in the crowded smartwatch market thanks to its built-in inflatable blood pressure cuff - a feature rarely seen in wrist-worn wearables. While most smartwatches rely on less accurate optical sensors for blood pressure estimates, the Watch D utilized a miniaturized version of the traditional inflatable cuff method for more reliable readings.
What We Know So Far
- A September 24th launch date has been suggested by Weibo user @UncleKanshan, though this remains unconfirmed
- The Watch D2 is expected to retain the inflatable cuff blood pressure monitoring as its headline feature
- A Chinese medical device license refers to the device as a Wrist Ambulatory Blood Pressure Recorder
- The watch may be unveiled alongside a rumored triple-foldable phone from Huawei
Potential Improvements
While details on new features are scarce, Huawei likely aims to improve upon the original Watch D's performance. In our previous testing, the Watch D's blood pressure measurements were found to be good enough for general health tracking, but not 100% accurate compared to medical-grade devices.
Potential areas for enhancement could include:
- Improved accuracy of blood pressure readings
- Longer battery life
- Additional health tracking sensors
- Refined design and comfort
A Niche But Growing Market
Blood pressure monitoring remains a relatively rare feature in the smartwatch world. As hypertension affects a significant portion of the global population, devices like the Huawei Watch D series could find a growing audience among health-conscious consumers and those managing chronic conditions.
With its unique approach to blood pressure measurement, the Huawei Watch D2 is poised to maintain its position in this specialized segment of the wearable market. However, it remains to be seen how Huawei will innovate with this second-generation device.
As September approaches, we'll be on the lookout for more concrete details about the Huawei Watch D2's features, pricing, and availability. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.