Zhang Lei, head of Xiaomi’s wearable division, recently joined Weibo to outline upcoming improvements and over-the-air (OTA) updates for the company’s smartwatch lineup. Xiaomi confirmed that both Xiaomi and Redmi watch series will receive at least two years of software support, including five to six iterative updates with bug fixes and new features.
Key OTA Updates Scheduled for July
The following updates are expected to roll out fully in July:
Xiaomi Watch S4 Series
- Introduction of Sports Vlog and Xiaomi Car App integration
- Health Scan feature for enhanced wellness tracking
- Standalone Baidu Maps app for running and cycling navigation
- Fix for missing WeChat voice/video call notifications
Xiaomi Watch S4 15th Anniversary Edition
- Standalone Baidu Maps support for outdoor navigation
- Resolution of WeChat call notification issues
Xiaomi Watch S4 Sport
- Optimized cycling mode to reduce accidental touches
- Enhanced diving mode with additional depth alerts
- Increased local music storage to 150 songs
- Fix for WeChat call notification delays
Xiaomi Watch S4 Series: Flagship Features
Launched in October 2024, the Xiaomi Watch S4 series marked the first time Xiaomi’s S-line incorporated a rotating crown, positioning it as a premium competitor in the ¥1,000+ smartwatch market.
A standout innovation is the dual-mode walkie-talkie function, combining Bluetooth and network-based communication. Leveraging either the phone’s network or the watch’s eSIM, this feature enables unlimited-distance group calls with support for up to 30 participants.
Xiaomi’s latest updates reinforce its commitment to refining user experience and expanding functionality across its wearable ecosystem.
