Huawei rivals Apple with 'industry first' smartwatch's three-week battery life

Cycling and fitness enthusiasts are in for a treat if they've been hunting for the ideal gadget to support them during their adventures, as a new smartwatch has been hailed as the 'perfect companion for every workout and every occasion'. The arrival of the Huawei Watch GT 6 Series has seen this device touted as an industry breakthrough regarding cycling virtual power support, eliminating the requirement for a power meter.

It marks the latest addition to Huawei's wearable collection, which includes timepieces crafted for technology enthusiasts and adventurous explorers, alongside fitness and health-focused users. The Huawei Watch GT 6 is available for £229 while the Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro starting at £329.

However, customers can secure a £30 discount using the voucher code A30OFFGT6 by October 30. Typically, cyclists employ a power meter when seeking to measure the energy they produce whilst pedalling.

The Watch GT 6 Series delivers professional-grade cycling data directly from the wrist during outdoor journeys of ten minutes or longer - though this feature remains unavailable for indoor cycling. Everything can now be accurately determined using real-time velocity, gradient and individual bicycle/weight data, utilising sophisticated algorithms created alongside Beijing Sport University's training wind tunnel laboratory, according to Huawei.

The Watch GT 6 is characterised as a comprehensive 'all-in-one cycling toolkit' requiring no heart rate monitor bands, speedometers or power meters. It boasts an auto-detect cycling feature, which automatically recognises and tracks cycling workouts without the need for manual input, reports the Daily Record.

It also includes auto-pause features to ensure accurate recording - even during city rides with stops. For those needing to find routes easily, there are a range of pre-installed routes from third-party apps such as Komoot, allowing users to track and review their performance through the Huawei app or share the data with friends through the new group rides features.

Moreover, whether it's outdoor hills, dense forests or urban landscapes, or for a variety of sports including trail running, golf, and skiing, the new Huaweu Sunflower Positioning System provides GPS accuracy for tracking workout routes and speeds in any environment. The watch also includes critical safety features like all-new fall detection which automatically detects when a person falls and triggers an SOS alert after a 60-second countdown.

The Huawei Watch GT 6 Series also promises ultra-long battery life, with the pro model said to offer an 'industry first' of up to three weeks on a single charge, while the standard model provides up to two weeks. Another standout feature is emotional wellbeing monitoring through Huawei's brand-new TruSense system, which they claim can track 12 emotional states for health management and personalised care.

While perfect for athletic pursuits the device doesn't skimp on style or aesthetic, offering new colour choices, a 1.47" AMOLED display, an impressive 3000 nits peak brightness - indicating a high level of screen brightness - and strap options. It's also compatible with iOS, Android and EMUI smartphones.

For those seeking alternatives, customers might consider the Fitbit Charge 6 Fitness Tracker for £139 from Argos which boasts a seven day battery life and is described on the website as being 'the only tracker with helpful Google features built in'. Shoppers can monitor their heart-rate in real time with this watch and there are more than 40 exercise modes available to choose from, ranging from daily runs and bike rides to HIIT workouts and strength training.

Another option worth considering is the Garmin Forerunner 55 Smartwatch for £179.99 from Boots which is ideal for runners and walkers as they can track time, distance, pace and speed with built-in GPS and it boasts a two-week battery life. While the Watch GT 6 is a new offering and lacks specific reviews, customers have shared their thoughts on other models like The Huawei Watch Fit 3.

One Currys customer said: "I absolutely love my Huawei Watch Fit 3. It's super lightweight, has a bright and clear screen, and the design is so pretty and modern. The fitness features are great-heart rate, sleep, and stress tracking all work really well. I especially love how the strap fits my hand perfectly - it's wide enough to feel secure, but still leaves a bit of space so it's super comfy to wear all day. Battery life is amazing too-lasts me about a week. Definitely a great buy if you want something stylish and practical."

Another said: "Great affordable smartwatch, does pretty much everything an Apple Watch does, but for less money. Works great with my iPhone."

This Trustpilot user said: "Really handy cheaper version of an Apple Watch. Works great."

However, not everyone was as impressed, with one buyer saying: "Watch is okay. Nylon strap is already frayed and picks up dirt quickly, recommend you buy version with silicone strap, watch is good for the price."

While this satisfied shopper said: "Excellent quality and ideal for keeping up with health and fitness."

The Huawei Watch GT 6 is available now with £30 off when using the code A30OFFGT6.

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