The Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch has received its first update, bringing several new features to the device. Zepp Health announced the update, which introduces a recreational scuba diving mode that supports dives up to 45 meters deep. The mode includes options for single cylinder, air and nitrox, and no-stop diving.
The update also adds three new HYROX Training Modes: free training, training templates, and timed training. Timed training includes styles like TABATA, AMRAP, and EMOM. Users will also find a safety light for nighttime workouts and a navigation setting for topographic maps.
Other improvements in the update include optimizations in the display of app and activity lists, as well as enhancements in map appearance and track navigation. The update is currently being rolled out to Amazfit Balance 2 users in China, with no announcement yet regarding availability in other countries. The Amazfit Balance 2 has officially launched in Malaysia, priced at RM1,299.
The device is an upgrade to the original Balance, with improvements in build quality, battery life, and health tracking features. It features a 1.5-inch 480×480 AMOLED display, protected by sapphire crystal glass, and is housed in an aluminium body. The Balance 2 has a 10ATM water resistance rating, allowing it to withstand diving up to 45 meters.
The smartwatch offers over 170 sport modes, including professional-grade SCUBA diving support, downloadable maps for 40,000 golf courses, and official HYROX training and competition modes. It also includes advanced sensors and algorithms for monitoring heart rate, sleep quality, blood oxygen levels, and stress.
Diving mode and training updates
Users can pair the watch with the Zepp app for more detailed and personalised insights. The Balance 2 features built-in GPS with dual-band support for precise location tracking and dual speakers for clear audio usage. The battery can last up to 21 days on a single charge under typical use, and around 65 hours when using GPS mode.
The Amazfit Balance 2 is available for pre-order on the brand’s website, with a complimentary cooler fan and an Amazfit string bag offered to pre-order customers while stocks last. The smartwatch will be officially available starting from 4 July. The Amazfit Balance 2 is a game-changer in fitness tracking, redefining how users perceive and engage in monitoring their health and workouts.
The device, paired with the Zepp app, offers intuitive and effortless tracking of activities, including food logging using AI through pictures or voice/text prompts. The Balance 2 provides insightful feedback based on logged activities, such as exercise routines and sleep patterns, helping users make informed decisions about their health. Its workout tracking capabilities are exceptionally detailed, accurately identifying and logging various exercises, including barbell exercises and cardio sessions.
The watch uses advanced sensors to track each rep and provides feedback on consistency, stability, continuity, rhythm, and speed decay. This granular level of detail empowers users to understand and improve their performance significantly. Beyond fitness tracking, the Amazfit Balance 2 excels as an everyday smartwatch, with nearly a week of battery life on a single charge.
The Zepp app store enhances the device with a range of utilities and entertainment options, and interacting with notifications and messages is seamless. The Amazfit Balance 2 represents a significant leap in fitness tracking technology, offering intelligent AI integrations and a user-friendly design that make adopting a healthier lifestyle almost second nature. It is a smartwatch that feels like a personal coach and not just another gadget, making it worth considering for those looking to transform their health management.
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