This excessively designed smartwatch features two cameras and can transform into an action camera.

      Huawei’s latest smartwatch for kids is essentially a compact action camera in disguise.

      The Huawei Watch Kids X1 Pro is an impressive gadget designed for children, featuring a detachable design, dual cameras, location tracking, video calling capabilities, parental controls, and a variety of camera functions that give it the feel of a miniature action camera worn on the wrist.

      The camera is the standout feature of this smartwatch. It boasts a 5-megapixel front camera and a 13-megapixel rear camera, with the ability to rotate 360 degrees and stand upright, allowing kids to easily adjust the angle for selfies, group shots, and video calls. The camera can also be removed from the watch strap and placed in a supplied case, transforming it into a small camera.

      Huawei also claims that the front camera is the first of its kind in its category, featuring a 110-degree ultra-wide-angle lens that should simplify group photos on the watch’s 1.82-inch AMOLED display. It includes timer modes, 14 filter sets, and over 100 stickers, though the filter feature will be available through an OTA update.

      The storage capacity is another impressive aspect, with the watch offering 64GB of internal memory, which Huawei states can hold more than 5,000 HD photos, based on available space and file size.

      Although it's packed with camera features, this device is primarily designed as a kids’ smartwatch. It includes features such as five-mode dual-band satellite positioning, base station tracking, dual-band Wi-Fi positioning, sensor-assisted positioning, and SOS location features. Parents can create safe zones and receive alerts when their children enter or exit designated areas.

      The SOS feature allows children to send an emergency message or make a call by pressing the side button five times, though a SIM card is required. The watch supports global 2G, 3G, and 4G connectivity, as well as voice calls, photo messages, and Huawei MeeTime. Additional features include all-day heart rate monitoring, activity tracking, emotional health insights, app blocking, sleep mode, and the automatic rejection of calls or texts from unknown numbers.

      Noteworthy features also include an 850mAh battery with magnetic charging, and a water resistance rating of IPX9 + IPX8 and 2ATM. While Huawei has previously created impressive smartwatches with advanced health tracking capabilities, this particular model resembles a small GoPro for kids.

      Vikhyaat Vivek is a tech journalist and reviewer with seven years of experience covering consumer hardware.

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      The launch timeline for these AI AirPods remains uncertain.