If the watch is too much for you, the Xiaomi Band 9 starts at CNY 250 for the base model (US$ 35), the NFC version is CNY 300 (US$ 42). The regular band has a metal body, but there is also a ceramic special edition for CNY 350 (US$ 48). The band comes in four colors – pink, black, white and blue – and you can customize the look with quick change straps.
The Xiaomi Band 9 promises up to 21 days
of battery life, with Always On Display mode enabled it should do up to 9 days.
It features a linear motor and 20 vibration modes to choose from.
Xiaomi says that it has improved the
accuracy of the heart rate sensor by 16% compared to the previous generation.
Also, it worked with the Peking University Third Hospital to develop better
detection of breathing issues while you sleep. And if you go for the NFC
version, the band can act as car keys too.
