The front of the box shows two versions of the watch. One comes in a silver-toned case paired with a green strap, while the other uses a darker grey finish with a dark blue strap. Interestingly, the packaging points to the green version carrying the name Evergreen Titanium, which sounds very much like an official retail colour rather than an internal placeholder.

More signs this is close to launch

The rear packaging offers a few more useful clues. The model number is shown as OPWWE261, which lines up with earlier certification sightings. More importantly for readers in Europe, the box includes importer information for the UK, the EU and Poland, strongly suggesting wide regional availability from the start.

There is also a quality control date of March 30 printed on the label. That may seem like a small detail, but it is actually one of the more interesting parts of the leak. It suggests units were already moving through final checks by the end of that month, which usually means production was already underway around that time.

Familiar hardware

From what has surfaced so far, the OnePlus Watch 4 does not appear to be trying to reinvent the formula. Earlier leaks point to a 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display with 466 x 466 resolution, the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processor and Wear OS 5.0 out of the box.

The reported battery capacity of 646mAh in the 47mm case is particularly notable because that is one of the strongest parts of the current generation. If OnePlus keeps that in place, battery life could once again be one of the watch’s biggest selling points.

An IP69 rating is also being mentioned, which would keep it well positioned as a durable option for users who want something that can handle everyday wear and workouts without worry.

Honestly, not much changing is not necessarily a bad thing here. The current model already offers one of the better Wear OS experiences on Android, so a more polished refresh with updated software, refined finishes and perhaps some battery or sensor tweaks could be exactly what some buyers want.

Source: Erencan Yilmaz on X

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The launch comes after a series of well-timed appearances on sponsored athletes, which had already strongly hinted that the device was nearing release. Those sightings now make much more sense in hindsight, as Zepp Health clearly used them to build anticipation ahead of the announcement. With the watch now confirmed, we can finally see where the company is taking its dedicated running line.

A clear step up in build quality

The first thing that stands out is the materials. Zepp Health has gone with a titanium alloy case and sapphire glass protection, which immediately gives the Cheetah 2 Pro a more premium feel than many watches in this segment.

The timepiece comes in a 48mm round case and keeps a four-button layout, a setup that should work well during runs when touchscreens can become awkward in rain or during intense sessions. The overall design keeps the sporty DNA of the original Cheetah Pro, with elements of the recently released Active 3 Premium.

Display quality also looks set to be one of the strong points here. Zepp Health is using a 1.32-inch AMOLED panel with 466 x 466 resolution and brightness rated at 3000 nits, which should keep the screen easy to read even in bright outdoor conditions. Based on our testing of the Active 3 Premium, which also uses sapphire glass, one thing to keep in mind is that the surface can pick up fingerprints quite easily, so that may be something to watch for here as well.

Built around training and navigation

This is clearly a watch designed with runners in mind. The Cheetah 2 Pro supports 170 workout modes and includes satellite support across GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou and QZSS. The sensor package appears to be identical to what is available in the latest crop of Amazfit watches. But you are getting dual-band GNSS rather than single-band which should help with satellite accuracy.

Navigation features are also built in, with offline maps and route guidance included. That makes it a much more capable option for long runs, trail sessions and training in unfamiliar locations.

Amazfit has also included 32GB of storage, which should leave plenty of room for maps, workout data and offline music. Together with the built-in speaker and microphone, it also keeps the smartwatch side of the experience well rounded for day-to-day use.

As far as battery life, you can expect up to 20 days between charges. That is one of the headline figures that will likely catch attention, particularly for runners comparing it against more established names in the category.

Our takeaway

Overall, the Cheetah 2 Pro looks like a solid upgrade. There is nothing here that feels radically different on the hardware side, but the mix of premium materials, a very bright display, strong battery life and proper navigation tools points to a watch designed for runners who want serious performance features without moving into much higher price brackets.

Zepp Health has also spent the past year steadily building out its running metrics and training ecosystem, so this watch seems well placed to benefit from that broader software push. In that sense, the hardware upgrades and the company’s growing focus on performance analytics appear to complement each other quite well.

You can pick up the Cheetah 2 Pro for $449 on the Zepp Health website. Which means it is quite a bit pricier than the original which sold for $299 at launch.

The real test, as always, will be how it performs in GPS and heart rate accuracy. On paper, though, it looks like a well-rounded update to the Cheetah line with a clear focus on running and outdoor training.

Tech specs

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Better maps and route guidance

The biggest talking point here is navigation. Zepp Health says it has optimised route planning, while also improving the sensitivity of off-course alerts and the timeliness of turn-by-turn notifications. For anyone using the watch for runs, hikes or walks in unfamiliar areas, this could make a noticeable difference in actual use. Late prompts and overly relaxed off-route alerts are the sort of issues that can quickly become frustrating.

According to the release notes, topographic maps now support more detailed features, with improved contour line precision. That suggests users should see a cleaner and more accurate representation of elevation changes and terrain details on the wrist.

Sleep tracking gets another pass

Another part of the update focuses on sleep. Zepp Health says it has refined the algorithms to improve the accuracy of sleep tracking and the reliability of overnight records.

There are also changes to music playback, with optimised regional restrictions for podcasts and local music in certain countries. Interestingly, some users in EU markets who previously did not have access to the music app are now reporting that the feature has appeared following the update.

Zepp Health also mentions interface text improvements, bug fixes and general performance optimisation. So while this is not a major feature drop, it does bring a few worthwhile refinements.

As noted in our recent review, the Amazfit Active 3 Premium stands out for offering a lot at its price point. The sapphire glass display, four physical buttons, offline maps, strong battery life and solid running features make it feel like a very capable watch for runners and outdoor users who want serious tools without stepping into a much higher price bracket.

Full change-log

Version 3.10.0.5
Update size: 15.87MB

• Navigation: Optimised route planning, improved sensitivity of off-course alerts and improved timeliness of turn-by-turn notifications.
• Map display: Topographic maps now support more detailed features, with improved contour line precision.
• Music playback: Optimised regional restrictions for podcasts and local music playback in certain countries.
• Sleep: Refined sleep algorithms to improve the accuracy of sleep tracking and records.
• User interface: Optimised certain notification prompts and system copywriting.
• Miscellaneous: General bug fixes and performance optimisation.

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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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This actually looks like a fairly substantial update, particularly on the Pro side, where Huawei seems to be pushing harder into premium sports-watch territory rather than just a basic fitness tracker.

Display gets a notable upgrade

The design language remains very much in line with previous Watch Fit devices. Which means you are getting the familiar rectangular form factor that has long drawn comparisons with Apple’s smartwatch design.

According to WinFuture, the regular Watch Fit 5 features a 1.82-inch AMOLED panel with 480 x 408 resolution and brightness of up to 2500 nits. That is already a strong number for outdoor visibility and should make the screen easier to read during runs, gym sessions and bright summer days.

The bigger story is the Pro version. This model reportedly uses a 1.92-inch LTPO OLED panel with the same resolution but a peak brightness of up to 3500 nits. If accurate, that would put it among the brighter displays currently available in the fitness watch segment. The use of LTPO should also help with power efficiency, particularly for always-on display use.

Huawei is also said to be upgrading the materials. The regular model uses reinforced glass, while the Pro moves to sapphire crystal, which is a welcome addition at this price point.

Same battery, familiar endurance

Both watches are expected to pack a 471mAh battery. Huawei’s claimed figures suggest up to 10 days of maximum use, around 7 days under typical conditions and roughly 4 days with always-on display enabled.

Those numbers are very much in line with what users now expect from Huawei’s fitness-focused wearables. Battery life has consistently been one of the stronger points of the company’s watches, and it looks like that remains the case here.

Connectivity is also said to include Bluetooth 6.0, NFC and built-in GPS across both models, which keeps the essentials in place for contactless payments and phone-free outdoor workout tracking.

Pro model leans harder into sports and health

Both models are expected to ship with Huawei’s TruSense platform and the usual set of sensors including heart rate, temperature, barometer, accelerometer and magnetometer.

The Pro version, however, reportedly adds ECG support and a dedicated depth sensor for diving. It is also tipped to support free diving up to 40 metres, which gives it a more serious sports angle than the regular version.

Offline colour maps are also expected, along with automatic workout detection and a broad set of sport modes. For many users, that combination may make the Pro a more attractive alternative to some higher-priced multisport watches, particularly if Huawei keeps its usual strong battery performance.

At 27.5 grams for the standard model and 31.6 grams for the Pro, both should remain light enough for all-day wear and sleep tracking.

Taken together, this looks like Huawei is not just doing a routine annual update. The standard Watch Fit 5 appears to refine what already works, while the Pro seems to push the line further into premium fitness watch territory with better materials, diving support and ECG. If the leaked pricing holds, the €100 gap between the two models could make the choice fairly straightforward depending on whether those extra hardware features matter to the buyer.

Key differences at a glance

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This is the fourth year that the challenge will be available. Some of you may not know that the launch of Apple Fitness+ a while back brought with it dancing workouts as a separate category.

To earn the reward in 2026, you’ll need to do a Dance workout lasting at least 20 minutes or more on the big day. As always, don’t forget to record that you have done so with the Workout app. It is your choice – you can do a standalone dance routine or use a dance routine in Apple Fitness+.

Here’s how Apple describes the challenge:

Show off your dance moves for International Dance Day. Earn this award by recording a Dance workout of 20 minutes or more on April 29. Record it with the Workout app or any app that adds workouts to Health

Those who are successful in completing the task will get a badge in the Fitness app as well as some nifty animated stickers. Shown below, they can be used in the Messages and FaceTime apps. You could even use them to copy some dancing moves!

This is not the only challenge dropping in the next few weeks. The other one is to celebrate Earth Day. On April 22nd it requires you to record a workout lasting 30 minutes or more. While some of Apple’s challenges are limited to certain countries, both upcoming late-April challenges should be available globally.

Source: MacRumours

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If you complete the workout on Wednesday April 22nd, the tech giant will reward you. You’ll get a shiny new icon in the Activity app and a custom iMessage stickers. As usual, the exercise will need to be recorded in the Fitness app or in any app that can send data to the Health app.

This Earth Day, April 22, record any 30 minute workout with the Workout app or any app that records workouts to Health to earn this award. The earth will think the world of you.

The challenge should become visible to Apple Watch owners in the week ahead. It will read something like “Let’s get moving and celebrate the planet” when it becomes available.

Essential reading: Top fitness trackers and health gadgets

First celebrated back in 1970, Earth Day was founded to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Events in nearly 200 countries are now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network. This year, the focus will be on providing information and inspiration needed to change human attitude and behavior about plastics.

Apple does not hold a challenge every year for Earth Day. But it has done this several times in the past. For added motivation, this year users will also get a few shiny animated stickers.

The last challenge was on February 14th. That one also required users put in thirty minutes of exercise on the day. So essentially, we are getting a repeat of the same.

Source: MacRumours

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Better tools for runners

Let’s start with the new workout features. One of these is the addition of segment-based equivalent pace data for Outdoor Run and Trail Run. In simple terms, this gives runners a more contextual view of pace over specific segments rather than relying purely on the constantly fluctuating live pace number.

That matters more than it might seem at first glance. Instant pace can jump around quite a bit, especially in urban environments, under tree cover or on trails where GPS conditions are less than ideal. Segment-equivalent pace tends to provide a steadier reference point, making it easier to judge effort and hold a target speed.

The inclusion of both current segment equivalent pace and last segment equivalent pace is particularly useful. It gives runners a quick way to compare consistency between efforts without needing to dig into post-run data afterward.

Navigation gets easier mid-workout

Another addition is the new “Navigation” entry within the track page menu during workouts. Previously, accessing route guidance or navigation options during an activity could feel a little buried depending on the mode and setup. It should now be a bit to reach from the workout interface, which is important for trail runners, hikers and anyone using routes on the move.

HYROX and interval users get something too

The update also expands AMRAP mode support for HIIT, HYROX Training, Hybrid Training and Cross Training, with timer modes and templates. These now support durations of up to 99 minutes. Longer AMRAP sessions are common in hybrid fitness and endurance-focused circuit work, so removing tighter duration limits makes the watch better suited to real programming.

Given how much Zepp Health has been leaning into HYROX recently, this part of the update feels especially relevant. It suggests the company is continuing to fine-tune the watch around that training ecosystem. Interestingly, there may be a new device drop soon as it has been teased at a recent HYROX event. By the looks of it it might be a new variant of Balance 2.

There’s more

This is not where the updates end.

Battery Manager now includes usage duration statistics for the LED flashlight, which is a neat addition for anyone who actually uses the built-in torch regularly during night walks, early runs or camping trips.

The new toggle for watch face status indicators is another change. Some users like having icons and indicators visible at all times, while others prefer a cleaner watch face. Giving people the option to choose makes sense.

Workout interaction has also been refined, with a countdown prompt now added when pausing or ending via long press. That should help reduce accidental workout endings, something every runner has probably experienced at least once and usually at the worst possible moment.

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A familiar design with some obvious differences

A few things stand out in the Instagram post. While the display and overall proportions look very Balance-like, the casing does not immediately resemble a standard Balance 2 render. The biggest difference is the outer case architecture. Instead of the smoother round shell and clearly exposed crown of the current model, this one appears to sit inside a more angular protective frame, with harder edges and what look like screw-like details around the top and bottom.

The lugs also seem chunkier and more engineered than on the Balance 2, where the case-to-strap transition is cleaner and more flowing. Here, the strap almost looks as if it mounts into a reinforced outer shell, which gives the watch a more tactical or hybrid-rugged feel. The side controls are less obvious too, with the crown area appearing more enclosed.

Taken together, it looks close enough to the Balance 2 to suggest the same design family, but different enough to raise questions. So what is it?

Too early for a Balance 3

A straight jump to a Balance 3 feels unlikely. The Balance 2 only launched globally in June 2025, which means it has been on the market for less than a year.

That timing matters because Zepp Health does not usually refresh this line at such a fast pace. A full generational successor would feel a little early, especially as the Balance 2 is still one of the company’s key premium smartwatches.

A mid-cycle variant feels more realistic. This could be something along the lines of a special edition, a region-specific model, or a slightly refreshed version aimed at fitness-focused users. We recently saw the launch of Active 3 Premium. Perhaps this is a premium version of Balance 2?

HYROX link could be the real clue

Another interesting angle is the HYROX connection itself. The watch face in the video clearly references HYROX Warsaw, which suggests it was created specifically for the event.

That opens up the possibility that Zepp Health is testing a special edition tied to its ongoing HYROX partnership. The company has been leaning heavily into this relationship, so a Balance-based training edition would make sense.

Some on social media are also comparing it to the T-Rex 3 range. So there is an outside chance it could be related to that line instead.

For now, the safest conclusion is that Zepp Health appears to have something in the works. Whether that turns out to be a new variant or simply event-specific marketing hardware is something we will likely find out soon.

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Fresh FCC documents bring new hardware clues

An interesting detail in the FCC filing, submitted under FCC ID 2AD7V-OURA2602 and published April 8, 2026, is the appearance of two distinct model references, with the ring listed as OA13 and the charger as OA14. The documents also mention a commercial sample ring in size 13, which is a useful clue because language like that usually points to production-like hardware rather than an early engineering prototype.

The filing further references a dedicated square charging dock, broadly similar in form to the current Oura Ring 4 accessory. While the overall design and wireless charging technology appear familiar, the separate model identifiers suggest Oura is certifying updated hardware rather than simply refreshing paperwork for an existing product.

The timeline now looks much closer

The earlier leak suggested a late 2027 launch window for the Gen 5 device, which felt like a reasonable read then. The FCC documents now include a marked 180-day confidentiality request, which pushes the outer deadline for currently hidden materials such as internal photos and the user manual to early September 2026.

That does not automatically mean a launch in September. In practice, companies often release products before the confidentiality period expires, using that date more as a backstop.

All this means the earlier 2027 timeline now looks less likely. A launch in late summer or early autumn 2026 feels like the stronger reading based on the paperwork.

Could this still be a different ring?

Of course, there’s an important caveat.

It is worth keeping in mind because the naming remains unconfirmed. While it is tempting to connect this directly to the earlier Oura Ring 5 leak, the FCC documents don’t specify the name of the device.

All we can say with confidence is that Oura has a new smart ring in late-stage certification. Which leaves open two realistic possibilities. The first is that this may indeed be the device shown in the earlier leaked images and widely referred to as Oura Ring 5. But it could also be another future model, a revised version or a regional variant that has not yet been publicly identified.

Our takeaway

Regardless, the new FCC filing adds more substance to the earlier Oura Ring 5 leak and moves it beyond pure speculation territory. It gives the original report something much more solid to build on, namely new hardware identifiers, a refreshed charger design and a launch window that now looks far closer than the previously suggested 2027 timeline.

At the same time, the paperwork does not confirm the final product name, so it is still not possible to say with certainty that this is the device shown in the earlier leaked images. What the filing does make clear is that Oura has new ring hardware in late-stage certification.

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Source: FCC

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