Xiaomi’s gaming-centric sub-brand, Black Shark, has made a splash in the global market with the introduction of the Black Shark S1 smartwatch. Packed with impressive features, it comes at a highly competitive price point.
The Black Shark S1 smartwatch boasts a distinctive gamer-inspired design, featuring a round dial with a rotating crown, complemented by sleek metal bezels. It’s exclusively available in a sleek black finish and offers an IP68 rating for protection against splashes and the elements.
At the forefront, you’ll discover a 1.43-inch AMOLED display that delivers a sharp 466 x 466 px resolution. With a brightness of 600 nits and a smooth 60Hz refresh rate, this display ensures vivid visuals. The watch also supports Always on Display (AOD) and offers a diverse array of over 100 watch faces for customization.
One standout feature of the Black Shark S1 is its Bluetooth calling capability. Xiaomi has integrated an ENC algorithm and a signal-processing microphone to guarantee crystal-clear call quality. Additionally, this smartwatch can track over 100 different sports modes and boasts an impressive claimed battery life of 10 days under typical usage.
For fitness enthusiasts, the watch can be connected to the Shark Wear app, providing precise GPS tracking and delivering periodic exercise reports. Beyond fitness, it offers essential features like a calculator, camera control, stopwatch, message notifications, and more.
As mentioned earlier, the Black Shark S1 is available exclusively in a sleek black color variant and comes with an attractive price tag of $50. While it may not officially launch in Pakistan due to the absence of the Black Shark brand, interested buyers can explore options for importing it from other regions.