That is good news if you use an Amazfit watch for structured training but prefer Runalyze for deeper analysis. Amazfit devices have become much more capable in recent years, but external platform support still plays a big role for runners and cyclists who want to keep their training history in one place.

What the new connection does

The integration lets users connect their Zepp Health account directly to Runalyze. After that, new activities such as running and cycling can sync automatically. Sleep data and heart rate variability also come across, which makes this more useful than a simple workout export.

That broader data mix is the main point here. Runalyze already gives users detailed tools for analysing load, fitness trends and recovery. Adding sleep and HRV from Amazfit devices gives those charts more context, especially during heavier training blocks or periods when recovery starts to drift.

This also makes the setup much cleaner. Until now, Amazfit users who wanted their data in Runalyze often had to rely on a chain of services. One common workaround involved syncing to Intervals.icu, exporting to Dropbox and then using RunGap to move the file onwards. It worked, but it was clunky and not entirely free.

The direct connection removes that friction. It also helps users avoid using other platforms as a middle layer. For people who care about clean training records, that is probably the biggest practical benefit.

To link the two accounts simply go to the Configuration section in Runalize. Then click on Services and choose Amazfit. This link will take you directly to that page. Then it’s a matter of signing into your Zepp Health account and giving Runalize the necessary permissions.

Historical import is not ready yet

There is one catch worth mentioning. The connection currently works only for new data after setup. Existing activities, sleep records and HRV history from Zepp Health do not come across yet.

Runalyze says historical import is already in development and will be available soon. Once that arrives, users should be able to bring older Amazfit data into the same Runalyze account, instead of only building the record from today onwards.

For now, it makes sense to connect early if you plan to use the feature. That way, fresh data starts flowing immediately and the backfill can fill the older gaps later.

Our takeaway

This is a small software addition, but it improves the practical value of Amazfit watches for serious training. The hardware side has moved on quickly, with better battery life, stronger health tracking and more advanced sports features across recent models.

The platform side still counts, though. A good watch becomes more useful when the data can leave the companion app cleanly and land in tools people already use. Runalyze is one of those tools for runners who want more than a basic weekly summary.

That makes this a sensible integration rather than a headline grabbing one. It gives Amazfit users a cleaner workflow, gives Runalyze access to more complete recovery data and removes a workaround that many people only tolerated because there was no better option.

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Back in January, we spotted model number M2552B1 in a Korean certification database. At the time, the key takeaway was not the specs but the naming pattern. Xiaomi tends to follow a predictable sequence with its bands, and that model number fit right into the slot for a Smart Band 10 Pro rather than a jump to the next generation.

That was the first solid indication the Pro variant hadn’t been skipped this year. Since then, things have gone quiet, which is often how these launches play out before new leaks start filling in the gaps.

May launch window comes into focus

The latest leak, shared by Digital Chat Station, points to a tentative May launch. That fits where you would expect this device to land, ahead of Band 11. That one will probably land a month or two after.

Xiaomi tends to space these releases in a predictable way, and this timing keeps the lineup active without overlapping too much. It also suggests the device is already close to final form. The wording still leaves room for delays, but this is the first time the timeline has felt specific rather than speculative.

Ceramic version adds a clear point of difference

The standout detail is the mention of a white ceramic version alongside more standard finishes. This is not just a visual change, as the leak also points to a noticeable weight difference between the two. The regular model is said to come in under 40 grams, while the ceramic version pushes past 50 grams.

It suggests Xiaomi is leaning more heavily into materials this time, using the Pro label to push beyond the usual aluminium and plastic mix. That fits with the direction already seen on the standard Smart Band 10, where design started to play a bigger role.

Alongside the ceramic option, the device is expected to come in black, white, silver, orange and pink. That range reinforces the idea that Xiaomi is treating these bands as lifestyle products as much as fitness trackers.

The leak also describes the overall design as generally good and the build quality as solid. It is not a detailed breakdown, but it does suggest the device is close to finished rather than still in flux.

How this builds on the earlier finding

The original certification told us the Smart Band 10 Pro existed and fit into Xiaomi’s roadmap. This new leak adds timing, materials and a clearer sense of direction.

In fact, we are already starting to see tentative retailer listings such as this one in Brasil that we spotted. It confirms that we were correct when we linked the regulatory moniker M2552B1 to the device. In that country the price is listed at $10 more than 9 Pro – so we are expecting the price in the US to be just under $100.

There are still gaps, especially around features and sensors, which will ultimately define how far the Pro branding goes. But the outline is now much easier to read.

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A couple of weeks ago, we wrote about a HYROX Warsaw promo video from Amazfit Poland that appeared to show an unannounced Balance-style watch. At the time, the design looked close to the Balance 2, but the case architecture was different enough to raise questions.

A few days ago Zepp Health posted this teaser on their social media channels.

The new regulatory material now adds more detail to that earlier sighting and the teaser. We are, however, missing the final retail name.

The HYROX watch now looks like A2553

The watch shown in the HYROX Warsaw clip had a familiar round display and general Balance-like proportions, but the surrounding case did not look like the standard Balance 2. It had a more angular frame, more pronounced lugs, screw-like details around the top and bottom and a more rugged case-to-strap transition.

That is where today’s FCC filing gets interesting. The drawing for Amazfit model A2553 shows a large round watch sitting inside an angular outer structure, with the same kind of reinforced shape seen in the HYROX image. Looking through both side by side, to us this looks like the same device.

The HYROX image also shows a rotating crown at the upper right. The filing drawing is more technical and does not read like a consumer render, so it does not clearly explain the controls. But the overall case geometry lines up well enough to connect the two.

The filing gives us proper hardware clues

The documents identify the device as a production unit. So this does not look like an early concept floating around inside a marketing department. The confidentiality clause on the full FCC filing runs out in six months, so we should see the watch before then.

A2553 has a 780mAh cell, which sits above the 700mAh battery in the T-Rex 3 but below the 870mAh one in the T-Rex Ultra 2. So this is not small-watch territory. It looks more like a bigger premium fitness watch, which fits the chunky HYROX design we saw earlier. Hence the emphasis on “BIG” in the teaser image.

Connectivity includes Bluetooth and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. The antenna documentation also covers receiver ranges around 1170MHz to 1180MHz and 1570MHz to 1580MHz, which points towards dual-band GNSS support. The filing does not spell out the final positioning feature set, so that should be treated as a strong hardware clue rather than a finished product claim.

The size points to something above a standard Balance

The drawing gives us a few useful size clues. The watch appears to have a 45mm display, while the widest measured span across the outer case structure is 51.73mm. That makes sense when you look back at the HYROX pic, where the device looked broader and more built-up than the regular Balance 2.

It’s worth noting that these are mechanical or antenna-related references rather than retail case dimensions. The safer takeaway is that this is a large round watch with a wider angular shell around it.

This also explains why the earlier HYROX watch looked slightly odd at first glance. It was not just a Balance 2 with a different watch face. The case itself appears to be different, with a more protective outer frame and a more engineered strap connection.

The retail name is still the missing piece

The filing does not give us the final marketing name, so that part remains open. But the HYROX tie-in may be the clue.

Zepp Health has been leaning into HYROX as a fitness partnership and a more rugged Balance-style edition would fit that direction. The watch could end up as a special edition, a Pro-style variant or a fitness-focused version of Balance 2 with different casing and hardware tweaks. Or perhaps even a part of the T-Rex range.

The earlier HYROX Warsaw pic now looks less like a one-off promo image and more like an early public glimpse of real hardware. With the company teaser and now FCC material adding battery, connectivity, GNSS and size clues, we have a clearer picture of what Zepp Health has been preparing.

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Source: FCC

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The timing makes sense. Early firmware updates often shape how a device feels out of the box, and this one leans heavily into running features. That lines up with how Amazfit positions the Cheetah line, and it gives a clearer idea of what the watch is trying to be from day one.

A strong focus on structured training

The biggest additions sit around guided training. Hybrid Training is now part of the package, offering structured plans aimed at improving performance while managing injury risk and long term consistency.

Lactate threshold also makes an appearance, along with testing tools. That shifts the watch further into performance territory. This is a feature that debuted with Active 3 Premium, but has since rolled out to a bunch of other devices.

Official marathon plans are included as well, and there is support for third party platforms like TrainingPeaks. That opens the door to more serious training setups.

The addition of a Training Calendar ties this together. It shows upcoming workouts in a more organised way, which sounds simple but makes a big difference when you are following a schedule over several weeks.

Tools that go beyond basic tracking

A few smaller additions fill in the gaps around daily training. Equivalent Pace is now available, adjusting uphill efforts into a flat ground equivalent. It helps make sense of hilly runs without manually interpreting splits.

Race Time Prediction also joins the list. It estimates finishing times for different distances based on recent performance. These predictions are common across higher end sports watches, so it is good to see Zepp Health getting in on the fun.

Equipment Management is another addition that may not get much attention at first, but it can be useful over time. Tracking mileage on shoes and gear helps with rotation and replacement for runners.

Navigation and mapping improvements

The update also touches route planning and navigation. Off course alerts are said to be more sensitive, and turn notifications come through more quickly. That should make following routes feel a bit more reliable, particularly in urban environments or complex trails.

Map visuals get an upgrade as well, with richer terrain detail and improved contour accuracy. It is not a complete overhaul, but it points to incremental improvements that matter during actual use rather than on a spec sheet.

Other changes

Outside of sports features, the default screen on time is extended to 15 seconds. This reduces the need to constantly wake the display during workouts or general use.

Sleep tracking has been refined through algorithm changes.

Local music and podcast support is now available globally, removing regional limitations that were present before. That makes the feature more consistent regardless of where the watch is used.

There is also a mention of Launcher 2.0 improvements, aimed at making navigation smoother. Combined with general bug fixes and performance tweaks, the update should help the watch feel more stable overall.

Source: Amazfit Discord channel

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Instead of premium titanium models packed with smartwatch extras, most of the top finishers showed up with lightweight, practical training watches built for one job: running well. Garmin Forerunner watches appeared on both men’s and women’s winners, while COROS and even Samsung also made the list.

Garmin Forerunner watches steal the spotlight

The biggest takeaway is probably the dominance of Garmin’s Forerunner line. Tigst Assefa was clearly wearing the Forerunner 255 during her record-breaking run. Sabastian Sawe’s watch is less clear, with some discussion now around whether he wore the same model or the more affordable Forerunner 55.

Either way, the bigger point remains the same. Garmin has much newer and much more expensive watches available, but the fastest runners in the world are still choosing lightweight, practical training watches over premium flagships.

The Forerunner 255 itself skips the AMOLED display and premium materials you get on higher-end devices like the Forerunner 965 or Fenix line. What it offers instead is low weight, excellent GPS accuracy, strong battery life and reliable training tools, which is exactly what matters during a marathon.

If Sawe was wearing the Forerunner 55, that would push the idea even further. It is one of Garmin’s more affordable running watches, focused almost entirely on core training features rather than advanced analytics or premium design.

For elite runners, comfort matters more than luxury. A lighter watch is easier to forget about over 42.2 kilometres, especially when every gram starts to count late in the race.

That is probably why Garmin’s simpler Forerunner models continue to show up on professional athletes. They do the core job extremely well.

COROS continues its elite running push

COROS also had a strong showing. Yomif Kejelcha, who finished in 1:59:41, was seen wearing the Pace 3, while Hellen Obiri wore the Pace 4 during her 2:15:53 finish.

This fits with COROS’s strategy over the past few years. The company has focused heavily on performance runners rather than general smartwatch buyers, and its Pace series reflects that. These watches are light, simple and built around training metrics instead of lifestyle features.

The Pace line has developed a strong following among serious runners because it offers a lot without unnecessary extras. London Marathon results like this only strengthen that image.

The Samsung surprise

The most unexpected watch in the group was probably Jacob Kiplimo’s Samsung Watch 8. Seeing a Galaxy Watch on the wrist of a runner producing a 2:00:28 marathon is not something most people would have predicted.

Samsung watches are usually seen as smartwatches first and sports watches second. They handle notifications, apps and daily lifestyle features very well, but they are not the first choice most marathon purists think of.

That makes Kiplimo’s choice interesting. It could be linked to sponsorship, personal preference or simply the fact that the latest Galaxy Watch models have become much stronger fitness devices than people give them credit for. Either way, it stands out in a field dominated by dedicated running brands.

What elite runners actually care about

One thing is very clear from this lineup. There were no bulky adventure watches, no ultra-premium titanium showpieces and no devices chosen mainly for smartwatch appeal.

Instead, the focus stayed on watches that disappear on the wrist. Reliable GPS, stable heart rate data, long battery life and low weight matter far more than bright displays or premium finishes.

Joyciline Jepkosgei’s Garmin Forerunner 955 fits that same pattern. It offers more advanced training tools than the lower-end Forerunners, but it is still built first and foremost for performance.

That is probably the best lesson from this year’s London Marathon. The world’s fastest runners are not necessarily choosing the most expensive watches. They are choosing the ones they trust when everything depends on the next step.

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Suunto Core 2 shows up in certification documents

Suunto Core 2 now looks very real. We spotted an FCC filing for model OW245 which includes a product label that clearly carries the name “Suunto Core 2″. This is about as direct as these things get before an official announcement.

The filing describes the product as an outdoor watch under the Suunto brand. That lines up with what the Core name has always represented. This is not a general smartwatch line, or at least it has not been historically. Core has always been about outdoor basics, with altimeter, barometer, compass and weather tools at the centre of the experience.

The original Suunto Core dates back to 2007. It became one of the company’s best known non-GPS outdoor watches. It never chased modern smartwatch features, which was part of the appeal. You bought it because it did the outdoor watch thing without pretending to be a phone on your wrist.

That is why this filing is interesting. Suunto could have retired the name completely and left the rugged outdoor segment to watches such as Vertical and Race. Instead, the company appears to be preparing a proper follow-up to one of its most recognisable models.

The label tells us quite a bit

The FCC label gives away more than just the name. It shows water resistance of 100m, a CR3032 battery, stainless steel and the model number OW245. It also includes FCC, IC, CE, UKCA, EAC and KC markings, which points to a broader international launch rather than a tiny regional experiment.

The battery detail is probably the most important one. A CR3032 is a replaceable coin-cell battery, not a rechargeable lithium pack. That strongly suggests Core 2 is not trying to become a smaller Suunto Vertical or a full GPS sports watch.

That matters because it tells us something about the product philosophy. Suunto seems to be keeping the Core idea intact. Long battery life, low maintenance and outdoor functions appear to matter more here than apps, AMOLED screens and daily charging routines.

The 100m water resistance is another useful clue. Older Core models were not always seen as serious water watches, despite their outdoor credentials. A 100m rating would make Core 2 more capable around swimming, wet weather and rougher outdoor use.

The stainless steel marking also helps. It most likely refers to the caseback, based on the label design, although the filing does not confirm the full case material. Even so, it points to a more robust build than a simple plastic-only outdoor watch.

Bluetooth changes the formula

The RF report confirms Bluetooth LE in the 2402MHz to 2480MHz range. That is an important difference from the classic Core experience, which was essentially standalone and self-contained.

Bluetooth does not automatically mean a smartwatch. It probably means Suunto app pairing, settings sync, firmware updates and possibly some basic phone-linked features. It may also allow the watch to sync logs or outdoor data without turning into a full training watch.

A good comparison might be a modern Casio Pro Trek style product rather than a Garmin Fenix alternative. The value would sit in the mix of outdoor tools, replaceable battery and rugged design. Bluetooth would bring it into the current Suunto ecosystem without changing what the watch is for.

September could be the key date

According to the filing, the confidentiality period runs until September 2026. Once that period expires, more detail can become public unless Suunto extends confidentiality or launches the product before then.

Suunto has strong modern sports watches, but not everyone wants maps, training load, heart rate sensors, AMOLED screens or charging cables. Some people just want a tough outdoor watch that can sit in a drawer, go on a trip and still be ready.

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Source: FCC

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What triggers Recovery Mode

You do not need to do anything to get start the feature. It activates on its own if your watch detects an issue while trying to power on.

Once you are in Recovery Mode, a menu appears with several options. What you see depends on the watch you own, as not every option is available on every device.

The main option is Attempt Recovery. This is the one Garmin recommends trying first, as it targets common issues that can stop a watch from turning on and, in most cases, leaves your personal data intact.

If you were in the middle of recording an activity when things went wrong, there is a Cancel Activity option. This is worth knowing about because a stuck or unfinished activity can sometimes be what is preventing the watch from booting properly. You will lose the activity data if you use it, but that is a fair trade-off if it gets your watch running again.

There is also a Delete Maps option, aimed specifically at situations where the watch fails to boot after loading or updating maps. After using it, Garmin recommends syncing with Garmin Express to pull down the latest map files again.

For more serious situations, you can use Connect to Computer to link your watch to Garmin Express and attempt a firmware update from there. This option also lets you retrieve diagnostic logs, which can be sent to Garmin’s product support team if you need further help.

Factory Reset is the last resort. It wipes all user data and returns the watch to its out-of-the-box state. There is also a Help option that generates a barcode linking to Garmin’s support page, and a Power Off option if you simply want to turn the watch off without doing anything else.

Boring, but useful

Recovery Mode is boring in the right way. It is not the kind of feature anyone talks about when a new watch launches, but it becomes very interesting the moment your watch refuses to turn on.

At start, it will be limited to select Garmin products in the beta software program, so the rollout is still fairly narrow. That makes sense, as the company is clearly testing how well it works before pushing it further.

The bigger question is whether this eventually reaches older devices and stable software builds. That would be the logical next step, because a recovery tool like this feels less like a beta extra and more like something every modern Garmin watch should have.

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The patent was published on April 23, 2026, and the application itself was filed on October 21, 2025. It is also a continuation of an earlier filing from December 2023, which suggests this is an idea Oura has been circling for a while.

The interesting part is not just the screen. Oura is essentially describing a charger that becomes part of the product experience, especially around sleep and recovery, instead of being the thing you forget about once the ring battery tops up.

A charger that does more than charge

At the heart of the filing is a simple idea. Plenty of people wear a smart ring to track sleep, readiness and activity, but they still need to open the app to actually see the results. Oura’s patent tries to cut out that extra step by putting a display into the charger itself.

The patent says the charger could use different kinds of displays, including LED, LCD and OLED. It also goes further than that, describing holographic projection, so the charger could project data above the dock or onto nearby surfaces such as a wall or ceiling!

There is also a practical bedside angle running through the whole thing. The filing explicitly talks about users not wanting to grab their phone just before sleep or right after waking, since that can interrupt routines and pull them straight into a screen. From Oura’s point of view, the charger becomes a cleaner way to surface the most useful bits of data.

The bedside use case is the real story

One example in the filing says that when the system detects the user has woken up, the charger could show a Sleep Score and a Readiness Score. Another says that after a workout it could show an Activity Score, heart rate or respiration rate.

A charger that shows the right data at the right moment is a very interesting idea. It would also give Oura a way to make the ring feel more present in everyday life without adding a screen to the ring itself, which would bring its own tradeoffs in size, battery life and design.

The filing even includes a guided breathing example. In one scenario, the charger receives real time respiration data from the ring and projects calming visuals onto the ceiling to help the user fall asleep.

The diagrams also show optional components built into the charger itself, including temperature, humidity and noise sensors. That does not necessarily mean Oura plans to ship all of that in a future product, but it shows the company is at least considering a charger that understands more about the sleep environment around the user.

What this could mean for Oura

The obvious caveat applies here. A patent is not a product launch, and companies often protect ideas that never make it to market. Still, this one feels more grounded than the average blue sky filing because it builds directly on Oura’s existing strengths rather than pushing the company into a totally different category.

A smart charger with a simple display feels plausible. A smarter bedside dock that mixes sleep scores, charging status and a few contextual prompts also feels plausible. Ceiling projections and the fuller sensor packed version sit further out, but even those details show where Oura’s head is at.

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Source: USPTO

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That adds a much clearer picture of what Google is building here. This is not shaping up to be another traditional fitness tracker with a display, but something much closer to a Whoop-style recovery band focused on all-day health monitoring and app-based insights.

Fitbit Air could be the final name

According to the latest report, the wearable will be marketed as Fitbit Air, with the fuller branding said to be Google Fitbit Air. The “Air” name is reportedly tied to the thinner and lighter design, with the idea being that it should feel comfortable enough to wear continuously without the bulk of a smartwatch.

That lines up with what we have already seen. The device looks compact, screenless and built around passive tracking rather than wrist-based interaction. Instead of checking stats directly on the wearable, the experience seems designed around collecting data in the background and reviewing it later in the app.

Stephen Curry has reportedly been wearing the device publicly since at least January, which makes this look far beyond an early prototype. Between press appearances and behind-the-scenes content, it seems clear Google has been testing this in plain sight for months.

A bigger shift may be happening in software

The more interesting part of this story may actually be the software strategy around it. It seems the subscription service that currently unlocks deeper insights and AI-powered features, is expected to be rebranded as Google Health. Fitbit’s AI-powered personal health coach, which is currently in public preview, would reportedly become Google Health Coach.

Fitbit hardware would still keep the Fitbit name, but the services around it would move more directly under the Google brand. It suggests Google wants health and wellness features to feel like part of its wider ecosystem rather than a separate Fitbit experience.

It also helps explain why earlier teaser content linked to the band ended with the colourful Google “G” logo rather than Fitbit branding. At the time that stood out, and now it makes much more sense.

The Fitbit app already hinted at it

There were already signs of this approach in the Fitbit app itself. Screens shown on a Pixel phone included a “Live data” page displaying Cardio Load, heart rate, calories burned and elapsed time. That screen does not currently exist in the public Fitbit app, which strongly suggests dedicated support for this new wearable is already being prepared behind the scenes.

This fits the wider idea of the product. Instead of acting like a smartwatch replacement, Fitbit Air looks like it is being positioned as a dedicated recovery and health tracker. It sits somewhere between a fitness band and a subscription-based coaching platform. So you will probably be able to use it alongside the Pixel Watch.

That is also why comparisons with Whoop keep coming up. The focus is less on notifications, apps and on-device features, and more on readiness, recovery and long-term health trends.

For now, Google still has not officially announced the device. But with clearer hardware images, months of public testing on Steph Curry’s wrist and now a likely product name and subscription strategy, Fitbit Air looks like it could land in the next few weeks.

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The size and battery are the big clues

The filing itself clearly identifies the device as an Amazfit smartwatch and, importantly, a production unit. That usually suggests the hardware is fairly close to launch rather than an early engineering sample.

One thing that stands out straight away is the battery. At 550mAh, it is significantly larger than what we have seen on existing square Amazfit watches. That sort of capacity points to longer endurance, particularly if this is a device built with GPS-heavy sports tracking in mind.

The FCC paperwork also includes an internal antenna layout for what appears to be a square watch design. The drawing shows an internal footprint of roughly 49.5 x 42.6 mm. This should not be treated as confirmed case dimensions, but it does suggest the device may have a relatively large chassis, especially when paired with that battery size.

That combination hints at a watch aimed more at serious sports use than everyday casual wear.

Which watch could this be

The FCC paperwork does not give away the commercial name. Which means, for now we are left piecing things together from the hardware clues.

One possibility is that this is the next Bip model, namely Bip 7. That said, the unusually large 550mAh battery still makes that feel like a slightly less natural fit, even if the Bip line already includes Zepp Health’s largest square watch. The range has generally been positioned as a more affordable mainstream option, so this filing may point to something aimed a bit higher.

Another possibility is an upcoming square Active model. We recently saw the launch of Active 3 Premium. That would fit if Zepp Health wants to introduce a more premium rectangular lifestyle watch with stronger battery life.

The most interesting theory, though, is that this could be a second-generation Cheetah Square.

That idea starts to make more sense when you look at the overall package. A large internal footprint, much bigger battery and square display would fit nicely with a running-focused watch designed for longer GPS sessions, clearer on-wrist metrics and perhaps even better navigation features.

But that is not where it ends. We are expecting Cheetah 2 Pro to launch in the weeks ahead. Plenty of leaks are already floating around, including images of retail units. That model goes by number A2564, while this one carries the moniker A2568, so the numbering is fairly close.

Our takeaway

Even without an official name, this is one of the more intriguing Zepp Health filings we have seen in recent weeks because it points to a new square watch with an unusually large 550mAh battery. That alone suggests the company may be preparing something with stronger endurance than its current rectangular lineup.

If this does turn out to be a Cheetah 2 Square, the larger battery could make it a compelling option for runners and outdoor users who want longer GPS tracking between charges. For now, the branding remains unknown, but the filing strongly suggests another square Amazfit watch is moving closer to launch.

Source: FCC

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