The HUAWEI Watch Fit 4 Pro smart watch is starting to receive the stable version of HarmonyOS 6.1, bringing a series of significant innovations and improvements for users. The update, identified as 6.1.0.117 and weighing more than 200 MB, promises to optimize the overall device experience, adding important features in the areas of health, personalization and connectivity.
This launch reinforces Huawei’s strategy of consolidating its HarmonyOS ecosystem, expanding the functionalities of its wearable devices. The company seeks to offer increasingly fluid integration and autonomous features that add value, making the smartwatch a smarter and more capable companion, regardless of the smartphone used.
Health detection and advanced personalization on the smartwatch
The new version of the operating system introduces a set of features that improve both health monitoring and visual customization of the Watch Fit 4 Pro. These additions aim to provide a more complete experience adapted to users’ daily needs.
- New watch faces:Options such as the customizable “Cute Companions” arrive, which presents interactive animations when touching the dial, when turning on the screen and during charging, in addition to the new “Bubble Aura”.
- Detection of cardiac arrhythmias:The device now offers a real-time recording function for cardiac arrhythmias, aiding in prevention and continuous monitoring of heart health, a vital feature for many users.
- Nap Tracking:A new function dedicated to naps automatically records these periods and generates a personalized summary, providing indications on the quality and duration of rest.
Improved interaction and new apps
HarmonyOS 6.1 also focuses on making interaction with the smartwatch more intuitive and expanding the device’s usefulness with new tools. The improvements aim to simplify everyday actions and add convenience.
- Quickly Mute Calls:It is now possible to silence incoming calls simply by covering the smartwatch screen with your hand, a practical feature for times when discretion is necessary.
- Customizable alarms:Alarm and alarm clock settings have been improved, allowing greater customization with delay options and different vibration patterns.
- Smartphone contacts on your wrist:Users can view all their smartphone contacts directly on the watch, making it easy to communicate without having to pick up the phone.
- App Recorder and Shortcuts:The update incorporates the Recorder app and adds a shortcut settings screen, accessible by swiping right on the workout screen, to quickly adjust the volume of reminders or other settings.
Deeper physical performance analysis
For fitness enthusiasts, HarmonyOS 6.1 takes fitness tracking to the next level, offering more detailed data and valuable insights to enhance your workouts. Understanding the body during exercise becomes more accurate.
- In-depth training information:The system now allows you to obtain more complete data on your training status, distinguishing between aerobic and anaerobic activities.
- Ideal training load zone:Users can identify the most effective training load zone for their goals.
- Performance Forecast:Average pace data is added to the performance forecast, helping you plan and improve future results.
Seamless connectivity between devices
Collaboration between smartphone and smartwatch gets a significant boost, making the user experience more cohesive and convenient. These integrations make it easier to manage notifications and use smart features.
- Smart Battery Notifications:The phone can now receive alerts when the watch’s battery is low, fully charged, or when the device is not in use, requiring Huawei Health version 16.0.12.305 or higher.
- Expanded Support:The update adds support for features such as Remote Shutter, AI Voice and the speech-to-text feature, extending the compatibility and usefulness of the Watch Fit 4 Pro to Android smartphone users.
General Optimizations and User Experience
In addition to the new functions, Huawei has implemented several optimizations to improve the system’s performance and usability. Visual and organizational improvements contribute to more fluid and pleasant navigation.
There have been improvements to the visualization and animations on certain screens, reorganization of some functions to the “Other” section and optimization of settings for certain types of training. The display of recovery time, stress and training load in logs has also been improved, as have Huawei Health disconnection notifications. These changes aim for a more robust and polished experience in everyday life.