Huawei Watch GT 6 Launches with 21-Day Battery Life and a Fresh Wave of Devices

Huawei has once again stepped confidently into the spotlight, unveiling its latest generation of wearables and gadgets in Paris under the banner “Ride the Wind.” Despite years of sanctions and global market challenges, the company continues to innovate aggressively, signaling that it has no intention of fading from the global tech stage. The headline act this time? The Huawei Watch GT 6 series – a smartwatch designed not only to survive, but to thrive, in the competitive wearables market.

The Watch GT 6 strikes a careful balance between design elegance and rugged athleticism. Two case sizes are available – 46mm and 41mm – ensuring a fit for different wrists and preferences. But the real showstopper is battery life: Huawei claims up to 14 days under typical use, an extraordinary 21 days with lighter usage, and even 45 hours in its dedicated trail running mode. For those used to charging their smartwatches every night or two, these numbers feel almost revolutionary. Apple’s flagship, the Watch Ultra, suddenly looks a little vulnerable when comparisons are drawn.

Beyond the battery, Huawei has worked hard to ensure the GT 6 is a practical fitness and lifestyle companion. The watch supports more than 100 different sports modes, ranging from mainstream workouts like cycling and running to more niche activities such as golf and skiing. For cyclists, Huawei has introduced a virtual power meter that eliminates the need for external sensors while still providing valuable performance metrics. Trail runners can take advantage of altitude tracking and slope analysis, features designed to give a nuanced view of performance across rugged terrain. Golfers and skiers get positioning data and context-driven performance insights without needing dedicated gear.

Navigation accuracy is another strong point. The GT 6 features Huawei’s TruSense GPS system, promising more reliable positioning, especially in challenging environments where other devices might lose track. Coupled with health monitoring tools such as advanced heart-rate tracking, emergency SOS alerts, and a new health insights summary, the GT 6 looks like Huawei’s most complete smartwatch yet.

Pricing positions the new lineup competitively. The standard Huawei Watch GT 6 starts at around £229, while the more premium GT 6 Pro begins at £329. Both undercut rival offerings significantly, especially when factoring in battery longevity and the wide array of activity tracking.

Huawei didn’t stop with the GT 6. The company also unveiled the Watch Ultimate 2, a device that pushes the boundaries of what a smartwatch can do underwater. It’s the first smartwatch rated for dives down to 150 meters, and uniquely, it brings communication features into the depths. A built-in Dolphin sonar system enables watch-to-watch messaging up to 30 meters, while an SOS function works up to 60 meters. For divers who have long relied on basic dive computers, this opens a new frontier of safety and practicality.

Meanwhile, the updated Watch D2 arrives in a sleek blue finish and places a strong emphasis on health management. Its core strength lies in blood pressure monitoring, offering both single-use and recurring checks. With ambulatory monitoring included, it caters to users who require medical-grade tracking woven seamlessly into their daily lives. It’s a subtle reminder that Huawei’s wearable ecosystem aims to serve not only athletes and adventurers but also users managing long-term health conditions.

Other announcements in Paris broadened Huawei’s reach across product categories. The Nova 14 series smartphones bring advanced camera systems, including the Ultra Chroma Camera and the latest XD Portrait Engine, designed to deliver vibrant photos and natural-looking portraits. The front-facing camera even supports 5x portrait zoom and integrates AI-powered editing tools for fine-tuning selfies and professional shots alike. Huawei FreeBuds 7i earbuds were also introduced, aiming to provide noise cancellation and crisp sound at an accessible price point. The new MatePad 12 X PaperMatte Edition made waves with its glare-free screen tailored for learning and creative use. Paired with the new M-Pencil Pro, which supports intuitive gestures like twist-to-switch and one-pinch radial menus, the tablet is aimed squarely at students and digital artists.

Perhaps the most intriguing announcement was not hardware but an initiative: the GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity 2025. This global competition invites artists and creators to submit work across categories including Narrative Art, Digital Watercolor & Ink, Sci-Fi Art, and Cutting-edge Painting. For the first time, an Animation category is also included, reflecting Huawei’s push to inspire creativity across both traditional and digital mediums. It’s a clever strategy, positioning Huawei not only as a hardware maker but as a patron of the creative community.

In sum, the Huawei Watch GT 6 and its sibling devices represent a clear signal of intent. Whether through groundbreaking endurance, unique underwater communication, or health-focused monitoring, Huawei is carving out spaces where its rivals have yet to fully commit. The blend of design, price competitiveness, and practical innovation suggests the company isn’t merely surviving in the wearables market – it’s redefining it.