Xiaomi has been actively introducing new devices in 2024, including its inaugural POCO tablet. However, there's been no official announcement regarding a successor to the Smart Band 8 and Smart Band 8 Pro. Yet, a recent leak indicates that the Smart Band 9 might be in development, featuring several iterative enhancements over its predecessor.
According to the leak, the Smart Band 9 will likely maintain the design aesthetics of the Smart Band 8, which was already similar to the Smart Band 7. It is expected to keep the recognizable oval shape and a 1.62-inch display.
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Render
The dimensions are rumored to be slightly smaller than the Band 8, measuring 46.53 x 21.63 x 10.95 mm. Notably, the leak hints at an upgrade in materials to an aluminum alloy casing with a sandblasted finish, giving it a more premium appearance.
In terms of display, there could be a significant enhancement in brightness. While the refresh rate is expected to stay at 60Hz, the peak brightness might reach 1200 nits, which is double what the Smart Band 8 offered.
Battery life is also expected to see a modest improvement. The leak suggests a 233 mAh battery, a 43 mAh increase compared to the Band 8. This should result in approximately 9 days of battery life with the always-on display enabled, or 21 days with it turned off.
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Render
Other potential upgrades for the Smart Band 9 include a 10% improvement in the accuracy of the heart rate and SpO2 sensors, as well as a transition to Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity.
However, the leak does not reveal any information about a possible release date or pricing for the Smart Band 9. We'll need to wait for further leaks or official announcements to learn more about the Xiaomi Smart Band 9.
