# Smart-Designed Fitness-Tracking Wearables Xiaomi Unveils Its Latest Smart Band 8 By Mickey Phoon | Published 2023-04-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitnesstracking-wearable References: [gizmochina](https://www.gizmochina.com/2023/04/14/xiaomi-smart-band-8-running-boxing/)  [Xiaomi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-5) has revealed its latest smart-designed fitness-tracking wearable called the Smart Band 8. This new iteration has a new set of redesigned straps for personalization and a necklace accessory. The fitness-tracking wearable will have a pill-shaped AMOLED display, similar to the design of its predecessor. The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 has added two new features: Running Bean Mode and Interactive Boxing Mode. Running Bean Modes is made to be used while running. When the mode is activated, it tracks data on stride frequency, stride length, ground impact force, and ground landing method. Interactive Boxing Mode tracks data related to somatic senses or somatosensory systems for consumers who participate in the combat sports such as boxing. Additional features include heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen measurement, sleep tracking, and stress monitoring. The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 will be available on April 18. Image Credit: Xiaomi ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Fitness Wearables:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation include advancements in sensors, AI, and data analytics to enhance user experience. - **Personalized Fitness Tracking Straps:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in creating customizable straps with different designs and materials. - **Interactive Sports-tracking Mode:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in developing new interactive tracking modes targeted towards a wide range of sports. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fitness Wearables:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation include sensor and AI technology advancements to improve user experience. - **Sportswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in developing wearable tech that seamlessly integrates with and enhances athletic wear. - **Data Analytics:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation include creating new software and tools to extract insights from the vast amount of data collected through wearables. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anime-Themed Wearable Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-5.md) - [Large Display Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redmi-smart-band-2.md) - [Opulent Workout-Tracking Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-watch-2-pro.md) - [Comprehensive Health Fitness Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honor-band-9.md) - [Personalized Fitness Plan Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazfit-active.md) - [Diminutive Smartwatch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-mi-band-7-pro.md) - [Sporty Cubic Smartwatch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redmi-watch-5-active.md) - [Stylish Smartwatch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-2-smartwatch.md) - [Precision Positioning Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-redmi-watch-6.md)