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Updated · HC Newsroom · Jun 10
Huawei Rolls Out 2.65GB HarmonyOS 6.1 to Watch 5 Globally, Adding Nap Tracking
Updated
Updated · HC Newsroom · Jun 10

Huawei Rolls Out 2.65GB HarmonyOS 6.1 to Watch 5 Globally, Adding Nap Tracking

3 articles · Updated · HC Newsroom · Jun 10

Summary

  • HarmonyOS 6.1.0.330 is now reaching global Watch 5 users in a 2.65GB package, extending Huawei’s latest smartwatch update beyond earlier device rollouts.
  • The update adds two new watch faces—Sweet Companions and Dream Star—while introducing Nap Summary to detect daytime sleep and generate personalized analysis.
  • Fitness features also expand with smarter running tools, route and VO2max displays in Health Insights, and outdoor cycling metrics including virtual cadence, virtual power, gradient and FTP when paired with a power meter.
  • Huawei also says the release improves nightly sleep assessment, refines workout segment and interval reminder settings, and boosts overall system stability.

Insights

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