New Wearables Feature Detachable Designs, HD Video Calls, and Enhanced Positioning for Children
Huawei officially launched its Watch Kids X1 and Watch Kids X1 Pro smartwatches on May 7, 2026, marking its return to the children's wearable market after a five-year absence with advanced safety and communication features. The new series emphasizes innovative design and robust tracking capabilities for enhanced child protection and engagement.
Huawei's re-entry into the children's smartwatch segment with the Watch Kids X1 and X1 Pro is a significant development, addressing a growing demand for connected devices that prioritize child safety and communication. The announcement comes after a five-year hiatus, signaling Huawei's renewed focus on this specialized market. Both models feature a 1.82-inch AMOLED wide touchscreen with a 480 x 408 pixel resolution, ensuring clear visuals for children.
The Watch Kids X1 series stands out with its unique design philosophy. The standard Watch Kids X1 offers a flippable and 360° rotatable design, allowing children to adjust the watch for various activities or optimal camera angles. The Pro model takes this a step further with a detachable and rotatable look, providing even greater flexibility. These designs aim to make the smartwatches more adaptable and user-friendly for active children.
A core focus of the Watch Kids X1 series is comprehensive child safety. Both smartwatches integrate a 5-mode accurate positioning system, combining dual-band satellite, base station, dual-band Wi-Fi, sensor-assisted, and SOS-assisted positioning. This multi-faceted approach ensures precise location tracking, offering parents peace of mind. The HUAWEI FamCare App further enhances this by providing real-time activity status and Safe Zone Protection, alerting parents when children enter or leave predefined areas.
Communication capabilities are robust, with both models supporting 2G, 3G, and 4G networks for stable calls and faster message or photo transmission. MeeTime calls offer clearer voice and video interactions. A unique "add friends" feature allows children to connect by simply touching each other's watches or shaking hands. The Watch Kids X1 Pro elevates communication with a 5MP front camera and a 13MP rear camera, ideal for capturing moments. Both models also feature an industry-first 110° ultrawide-angle front camera, ensuring group shots include everyone.
Under the hood, the Watch Kids X1 comes with 2GB RAM and 32GB ROM, while the Watch Kids X1 Pro doubles the storage to 64GB. Both variants include a home button for intuitive controls. The series is built for durability, boasting IPX9/IPX8/2 ATM water resistance, making them suitable for splashes and poolside play.
Powering these devices is an 850mAh battery, supported by fast charging technology that delivers 50% power in just 20 minutes. This ensures minimal downtime and keeps children connected throughout their day. The Watch Kids X1 is available in Blue and Pink, while the Pro model comes in Black and Light Purple. The standard Watch Kids X1 is priced at €249, and the Watch Kids X1 Pro is available for €349, positioning them as premium offerings in the children's wearable market.
