The watch has an integrated GPS (5-System GNSS), which enables independent positioning and supports precise tracking for outdoor sports. This allows you to track your activities accurately without having to carry your smartphone with you at all times.
The smartwatch has an SOS function that is set up via the Mi Fitness app. You can store emergency contacts that can be called in an emergency by pressing the right button three times quickly as long as the watch is connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth. This function is also available on the Redmi Watch 5 (41.10 mm).
Yes, it is possible to display the weather forecast. The device includes the weather function among its main features, as indicated in the product properties. To access it, press the side button from the home screen, select the weather app from the app menu and view current conditions or data for the next five days. You can add up to 4 locations via the companion app on your phone and customise the temperature unit (Celsius or Fahrenheit).
You can make calls with this smartwatch as it supports Bluetooth calls and has a speaker and two microphones. You can listen to Spotify by connecting the watch to headphones and using the music control. However, you can't text directly from the Watch as it doesn't offer a message input option. However, you can receive and display notifications from your smartphone.
The watch also works with an iPhone, you need to download the Mi Fitness app from the App Store and pair the watch with it. A Xiaomi account is helpful, but is not necessarily tied to a Xiaomi Club. The Redmi Watch 5 is compatible with iOS version 12.0 or higher and offers basic smartwatch functions such as notifications, fitness tracking and compass, but without native support for apps such as Spotify or Apple Maps. It is operated and synchronised via the Mi Fitness app, which can also be used on the iPhone.
The main difference between the Redmi Watch 5 (41.10 mm) and the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite lies in the functions and the display:
- The Redmi Watch 5 offers an aluminium body, TPU wristband, voice assistant, compass, music control with offline music function and three app layout options.
- The Redmi Watch 5 Lite has an AMOLED display with a higher resolution, integrated GPS, water sports tracking and gyroscope, but no compass or voice assistant.
- Both support Bluetooth calls, heart rate and sleep tracking as well as SpO2 measurement, are compatible with Android and iOS and have a similar battery capacity.
- The Redmi Watch 5 Lite is slightly lighter and offers GPS directly in the watch, while the Redmi Watch 5 only uses GPS via smartphone.
To summarise: The Redmi Watch 5 is slightly more functional with a voice assistant and compass, while the Redmi Watch 5 Lite scores with a better display, integrated GPS and water sports tracking.
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