Honor Watch GS 5: New Smartwatch Outperforms Apple, Garmin

Honor has announced its new smartwatch, the Honor Watch GS 5, available for pre-order in China starting January 19th. Details on global availability remain unclear, but a European launch is possible.

Innovative Heart Health Feature

The Watch GS 5 is highlighted for its ability to assess cardiac risk and alert users to potential heart issues, a capability distinct from current offerings by Apple and Garmin. It measures the heart's "deceleration capacity," a novel metric for monitoring heart health.

Specifications and Battery Life

While full technical specifications and pricing are undisclosed, Honor noted the watch weighs 0.92 ounces, is 0.39 inches thick, and boasts a battery life of up to 23 days, likely with power-saving modes enabled.

Market Availability

Pre-orders have begun in China. International availability, particularly in Europe, is anticipated given Honor's previous product launches.