Realme Watch 2, Buds Wireless 2, and 3 other wearables launching in India on July 23rd

Highlights
  • Realme Watch 2 and Watch 2 Pro smartwatches will be launched at the event
  • The launch lineup will also include Realme Buds Wireless 2, Buds Wireless 2 Neo, and Buds Q2 Neo
  • The launch event will coincide the POCO F3 GT India launch event

Realme will be hosting an event on July 23rd at 12:30pm, where it will launch a host of wearables. The event will see the launch of two smartwatches – Realme Watch 2 and Watch 2 Pro – as well as three wireless earphones, namely Realme Buds Wireless 2, Buds Wireless 2 Neo, and Buds Q2 Neo. Of course, we already knew that the Watch 2 Pro and Buds Wireless 2 Neo will be launching on July 23rd thanks to an Amazon listing for the same. We can expect the other three wearables to be available via Amazon India too. Interestingly, this event is being hosted the same day as the POCO F3 GT India launch, which is part of the portfolio of Realme’s archrival Xiaomi.

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Let’s check out what we know about the Realme products launching in India next week:

Realme Watch 2 and Watch 2 Pro specifications and prices

Realme Watch 2 and Watch 2 Pro are already official in Malaysia, so we know everything you need to know about them. Starting with the former, the Realme Watch 2 has an Apple Watch-like design, with a 1.4-inch touchscreen display with 323ppi pixel density, and 600nits brightness. Buyers will get 100+ watch faces, including customisable and live watch faces. They will also get 90 sports modes, such as boxing, hiking, outdoor cycling etc, for accurate fitness tracking. Its 315mAh cell is said to deliver 12-day battery life, while the IP68 certification guarantees protection against the elements. Heart rate monitor, blood oxygen monitor, sleep tracking, and sedentary and water reminders are part of the package too. The device uses Bluetooth 5.0 to pair and has no cellular option. Available in only Black colour, Realme Watch 2 is priced at RM 299 in Malaysia, which translates to roughly Rs 4,000.

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As for the Watch 2 Pro specifications, it comes with a larger 1.75-inch display, a longer 390mAh battery that lasts 14 days, and dual-satellite GPS tracking. It also gets Master Edition watch faces and Black and Light Grey watch straps. The other Realme Watch 2 Pro specifications remain the same as that of the standard model. Coming to the price, it costs RM 299, which translates to around Rs 5,300.

Realme Buds Wireless 2, Buds Wireless 2 Neo, and Buds Q2 Neo specifications and prices

Next up on the list is the Realme Buds Wireless 2 neckband-style earphones. These feature Active Noise Cancellation with AI noise cancellation for calls, Sony LDAC Hi-Res Audio, 88ms latency, and 13.6mm bass boost driver. The earphones also come with a Transparency Mode that will allow users to temporarily pause the noise cancellation to listen to others around them. You also get a new Bass Boost+ bass enhancement solution designed by The Chainsmokers for a deeper and more vibrant sound. These earphones also come with Dart Charge technology that can give 12-hour battery life on a charge of just 10 minutes; overall battery backup delivered by the earphones is rated at 22 hours. Powered by Bluetooth 5.0, the earphones come with IPX5 water-resistance, weigh 29 grams, and are available in Kandi Grey and Kandi Yellow colour options. They are priced at RM 199, translating to about Rs 3,500.

The Realme Buds Wireless 2 Neo are a stripped-down version, with 17-hour playback, 2-hour battery life on 10 minutes of charging, IPX4 water-resistance, and smaller drivers. You also don’t get active noise cancellation, though these earphones do have environment noise cancellation. These are available in Kandi Black, Kandi Green, and Kandi Yellow hues and are priced at RM 99 (approximately Rs 1,750).

There’s not as much information about the Realme Buds Q2 Neo, though going by the name we can expect them to be a watered-down version of the Buds Q2. Realme in a statement to the media said that the Buds Q2 Neo will be entry-level TWS earbuds and “will comprise of a cutting-edge design, outstanding exterior, and will be extremely comfortable to wear. It will also feature Bluetooth 5.0, outstanding battery life, and rapid charging to give you a true wireless experience.”