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Fitness trackers do offer a lot more than just fitness tracking. In fact, many think of these gadgets as halfway smartwatches. This, as they offer so many of the smartwatch features with some key advantages such as great battery endurance and cheaper price.

The Honor Band 6 is one such device and it has been in the market for a few months now. We just got our unit in-house and I have been privileged enough to take it for a decent spin and in this post, I will be sharing my review.

First things first, the specs. What does this nifty little smart band have to offer? Well, here is a summary of the spec sheet.

We talked a little bit about the design of the Honor Band 6 in our first impressions post and you might want to check that out for more on the build. The TL:DR of it all is that the Honor Band 6 is built just as you’d expect from a fitness tracker of its price. It is made of plastic and the black model I have does fit well around my wrist, all thanks to the numerous fitting holes on the straps.

Design

As talked about in the comparison between the Mi Band 6 and the Honor Band 6 , the Honor Band 6 has a wider footprint that is more akin to a traditional watch.

The straps are made of plastic and there are generous provisions for fitment holes so whatever the size of your wrist, the Honor Band 6 will probably fit you just fine. I loved having the band fastened steadily but not too tightly and with that, I didn’t experience any abnormal discomfort.

Display

The front is covered by a 1.47-inch 2.5D glass that, unfortunately, seems to scratch a little too easily. I took a little tumble on the day I got it and I still have the hairline scratches on the Honor Band 6’s screen as a reminder.

Of course, the Honor Band 6 doesn’t come with an ambient light sensor which means that you have to manually adjust the brightness of the display. I have had it at Level 3 for most of the review period but I would like to note that the lowest brightness level is pretty low so you won’t be blinding yourself at night.

The highest level is also bright enough. So much so that I didn’t have an issue viewing the display even in direct sunlight. Good stuff here.

There is a lift to wake function that wakes the Honor Band 6’s display for a few seconds when you lift your wrist. Sadly, no always-on display but I was able to turn it on the display for periods of up to 20 minutes. Obviously, this will kill your battery faster so I wouldn’t recommend it.

User Interface

The Honor Band 6 comes with a display that is wider than others like the Mi Band 6 and as such, the UI has a larger canvas to play with. Using the Honor Band 6 is a breeze.

The band comes with a single button that you use to wake the device if you have a lift to wake turned off. Pressing on it once brings you to the Band’s main functions including:

• Workout
• Workout record
• Heart rate
• SpO2
• Activity record
• Sleep
• Stress
• Breathing excerise
• Music controls
• Notification
• Weather
• Stop watch, Alarm and Timer
• Flashlight
• Find Phone, and finally
• Settings

Swiping down from the top opens a menu akin to what Android’s quick settings toggles and these can be rearranged. A swipe up from the bottom brings up your notifications while a swipe from side to side flips through your widgets.

These widgets give you a quick view of your stats like heart rate, weather, stress, music controls, and activity trackers. Basically, this is where you will find yourself spending most of your time interacting with the band.

The band’s screen does its best to offer you as much info as you need but for the best experience, I believe you will want to use the Huawei health app that we talked about in the setting up post. That has this same data presented properly with pie charts and graphs with appropriate categories.

Fitness stuff

At the end of the day, the Honor Band 6 is a Fitness tracker so, how well does it do the fitness tracking stuff?

The Honor Band 6 lacks a built-in GPS so it has to use your connected phone’s GPS lock. In my case, and as has been noted by many other users in the community forums, this doesn’t always work.

Many times, I had the Honor Band 6 loose connection to my phone’s GPS during workouts and had to resort to using its motion sensors to estimate distance and pace.

Other than this, the tracker works pretty well and the distance walked was pretty accurate, the continuous heart rate works as expected and the step count was within 5% of the Mi Band 6 so it is pretty accurate or at par with other dedicated trackers.

The Honor Band 6 can track up to 10 workout modes and it has gotten a lot of shade as this is a third of what the similarly spec Huawei Band 6 can. Unless you’re a true fitness junkie, 30 workout modes are just complete overkill.

The workout modes supported include:

• Outdoor Running
• Indoor running
• Outdoor walk
• Indoor walk
• Indoor cycle
• Pool swim
• Elliptical
• Rowing
• Jumping just to mention a few.

Over time I will be trying out more activities but from the ones I have tried so far, I only have good things to say. But what did you expect? It is a fitness tracker and it does this well.

Heart rate and SpO2 tracking

The Honor Band 6 has continuous heart rate sensing and this does exactly what you think, it measures your heart rate in real-time and has a widget that plots this so you know your real-time metric.

Another important feature that this tracker comes with is the SpO2 sensor. This basically measures your blood oxygen saturation and in these COVID times, this is pretty important. Our very own David Okwii explains this in detail in our Mi Band 6 review and you can check it out below.

Sleep tracking

Fitness trackers often come with sleep tracking features, perhaps a side effect of the legendary battery life that they’re known for and the Honor Band 6 is no different.

TruSleep uses your heart rate data as well as motion sensor data to judge the sleep stage you’re in as the night progresses.

Wear this to sleep and in the morning, the Huawei Health app will have a report for you on how you slept, a graph showing how many hours you’ve slept for with the quality of the sleep.

Watch faces

One thing I love about such products is the customization. The amount of custom watch faces is astonishing so the bland exterior notwithstanding, you’re still able to make the device truly yours if you take some little time to comb through the library of available watch faces on the Huawei Health app.

Also noteworthy is that third-party support for these watch faces is a little limited compared to say the Mi Band 6. Maybe this will change in the future as the device gets more popular but we’ll have to wait and see.

Also, most of the decent-looking watch faces are paid for and at the time of testing, there wasn’t a way to pay for these because….you know…Huawei and Google.

Extras

Fitness trackers are usually wannabe smartwatches and for that, they often come with a few smartwatch features and the Honor Band 6 does pack a few of these.

The Honor Band 6 allows you to check the weather, control music playback on your device, find your phone as long as it is in range, breathing exercises, alarm, and even get notifications on the fitness band’s display, although these are not actionable meaning you can not respond to them.

For our ladies, the Honor Band 6 also has a period tracking feature so there’s that.

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Talkio Mobile , Uganda’s newest telecommunications service provider, is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Banana Life Investments, a leading chain of mobile phone and retail shops. This strategic alliance aims to bring Talkio’s innovative telecom services closer to Ugandans.

This collaboration will leverage Banana Life Investments’ extensive retail network of 26 stores strategically located across Uganda in major malls, towns, and cities to provide customers with unparalleled convenience. Through this partnership, Talkio Mobile will offer its full suite of services, including SIM cards, airtime, and exclusive product offerings at any Banana Life Investment location.

This partnership is more than a business initiative—it’s a shared commitment to transforming lives. By integrating Talkio Mobile’s forward-thinking services & nationwide reach with Banana Life Investments’ retail footprint, the two brands are setting a new standard for customer convenience and inclusivity.

READ ALSO: 5 Things You Need to Know About Talkio Mobile: New Telecom Company in Uganda

“This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission of connecting Ugandans to innovative and transformative telecom solutions,” said Vianne Allan Ahura, CEO of Talkio Mobile. “By leveraging Banana Life Investments’ trusted presence and nationwide footprint, we are not only expanding our agent network but also bringing our services closer to the communities we serve. This collaboration ensures that our online customers can now enjoy a seamless offline experience right at their doorstep. Together, we are empowering Ugandans with the tools they need to stay connected, grow their businesses, and unlock new opportunities.”

Solomon Ssemuyaba, the assistant general manager at Banana Life Investments, echoed this sentiment: “We are proud to join hands with Talkio Mobile to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions. This partnership represents our shared vision of fostering a connected future for Uganda. Together, we are redefining what convenience and accessibility mean for our customers.”

The partnership goes beyond retail distribution, introducing joint initiatives aimed at value addition and personalized service. Customers can expect seamless access to:

• SIM Card Sales : Available at all Banana Life Investments locations.
• Talkio phone number bookings : Book your preferred Talkio number at any Banana Life Investments location.
• Airtime Services : Recharge easily through in-store purchases.
• Customer Support : Friendly and knowledgeable staff trained to assist with Talkio Mobile products and services.

Additionally, the two companies plan to launch promotional campaigns and expand services to even more locations, ensuring no Ugandan is left behind in the digital transformation.

Solomon Obwot is a tech writer based in Kampala, Uganda, with extensive experience in the local tech startup ecosystem. He covers the latest news and analysis on consumer tech, writes in-depth smartphone reviews, and conducts insightful interviews with industry experts. Solomon is also a passionate podcaster, sharing his knowledge and engaging in discussions about Africa’s rapidly growing tech landscape. Send emails to [email protected]

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The Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona , the world’s largest exhibition for the mobile industry, has just concluded. This annual event gathers leading technology brands to unveil groundbreaking mobile, AI, and digital solutions innovations. At MWC 2025, TECNO showcased a range of AI-driven products, reinforcing its commitment to cutting-edge technology.

The key launches included:

• CAMON 40 Series – AI-powered smartphones with One-Tap FlashSnap and advanced mobile imaging features.
• MEGABOOK S14 – The world’s lightest 14-inch OLED laptop, featuring AI-enhanced multitasking and Snapdragon® X Elite.
• MEGABOOK T14 Air & K15S – Lightweight ultrabooks with AI capabilities and extended battery life.
• TECNO AI Glasses Series – Smart eyewear integrating AI imaging, translation, and AR display.

Jan Stryjak, Associate Director at Counterpoint Research, shared, “In the past year, we have observed significant advancements in the field of AI. AI will continue to drive transformative changes in our daily lives. In this critical period for the economic development of emerging markets, TECNO’s AI technologies are unlocking potential for diverse needs.”

“The application of AI technologies is crucial and urgent in emerging markets. We’re committed to bridging the digital gap between emerging and mature markets,” said TECNO CMO, Laury Bai. “TECNO is taking a practical approach to make AI more accessible, ensuring users in emerging markets can access AI and cutting-edge technologies.”

Laury Bai, TECNO CMO

Driven by its commitment, TECNO has forged a robust partnership with MediaTek, establishing a joint AI laboratory dedicated to accelerating advancements in AI. At the event, James Chen, Vice President of Product and Technology Marketing at MediaTek, emphasized, “The synergistic R&D efforts between TECNO and MediaTek are set to democratize AI technology. Our collaboration powers a seamless, interconnected AI experience, bringing users a future of truly connected intelligence.”

James Chen, Vice President, Product and Technology Marketing at MediaTek

CAMON 40 Series Powered by AI One-Tap FlashSnap Revolutionizes Smartphone Snapshot Photography

TECNO’s Global Product Launch Officer, Olivier Mas, officially unveiled TECNO’s next-generation AI-driven products. Attendees at TECNO’s launch event witnessed the highly anticipated debut of TECNO’s new CAMON 40 Series, a device that embodies TECNO’s legacy of excellence in mobile imaging. Featuring One-Tap FlashSnap Mode and TECNO AI, the series sets a new benchmark in smartphone photography, delivering exceptional snapshot capabilities and AI-enhanced user experiences.

Olivier Mas, TECNO Global Product Launch Officer

The CAMON 40 Series exemplifies a commitment to innovation that transcends hardware and software, extending into strategic partnerships that deliver cutting-edge AI solutions to emerging markets. Matt Waldbusser, Managing Director of Global Solutions and Consumer AI at Google Cloud, remarked, “Our collaboration with TECNO on the CAMON 40 Series is a standout example. Leveraging Google Cloud’s capabilities, we’ve introduced groundbreaking features such as Ask Ella, AI Image Generator, AI Writing, and AI Translate. I am particularly impressed by the industry-leading and competitive edge of some of these innovations. For instance, TECNO’s AI supports text translation in 136 languages, voice translation in 44 languages, and photo translation in 51 languages. We are excited to further strengthen our partnership with TECNO, unlocking limitless potential to bring advanced yet practical AI capabilities to emerging markets in a convenient and secure manner.”

Matt Waldbusser, Managing Director of Global Solutions and Consumer AI at Google Cloud

The CAMON 40 Series’ innovative One-Tap FlashSnap leverages AI to enhance imaging capabilities, revolutionizing mobile photography. AI optimizes camera startup and continuous shooting for instant captures, while AI-powered multi-frame processing intelligently reduces noise and enhances details, delivering sharper, more refined images. Additionally, the BestMoment algorithm analyzes motion patterns, automatically selecting the optimal frames for precise, high-quality shots in dynamic scenarios, ensuring users an unparalleled mobile imaging experience.

TECNO CAMON 40 Demonstrates the Cutting-Edge FlashSnap Capability

To delve deeper into the imaging prowess of the CAMON 40 Series, TECNO invited Frédéric Guichard, CEO of DXOMARK, to share the image performance of CAMON 40 Pro. Frédéric highlighted, “The CAMON 40 Pro 5G has demonstrated exceptional imaging and performance capabilities in our rigorous evaluations. We’ve been particularly impressed with photo performance being the best for devices under 600$, and the 1st eligible device to our Smart Choice Label.”

Onsite photo of Frédéric Guichard, CEO of DXOMARK

Beyond its advanced rapid-capture functionality, the integration of TECNO AI further enhances the device’s capabilities. Intelligent imaging, a 360° AI Call Assistant, and productivity tools elevate creativity and efficiency. Powered by MediaTek’s latest chipsets, the series ensures smooth performance, fast processing, and extended battery life. With a sleek, durable, and water-resistant design, it seamlessly blends style with practicality for modern users.

MEGABOOK S14, the World’s Lightest 14-inch OLED Laptop, Inspires Creators and Game Lovers

The MEGABOOK S14 is TECNO’s first OLED laptop and the industry’s lightest 14-inch OLED laptop, featuring a 2.8K OLED display and incredibly weighing only 899g (31.7oz). The laptop is equipped with the outstanding power of the Snapdragon® X Elite compute platform, the flagship chipset for AI PCs from Qualcomm Technologies, and integrates TECNO’s world’s first self-developed edge-side large-scale AI model, to achieve AI-enhanced multitasking.

World’s Lightest 14-inch Laptop MEGABOOK S14

Specifically designed for next-gen AI productivity, TECNO AI enhances the Ella AI Assistant, AI-powered PPT generation, AI-driven image search, smart albums, and offline meeting transcription with multilingual support. The External Graphics Dock, equipped with a powerful NVIDIA graphic card, delivers scalable, high-performance capabilities for design, gaming, and content creation. The laptop’s 2.8K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate ensures exceptional visuals, while DTS:X Ultra dual 2W speakers, Wi-Fi 6E, fingerprint login, and PC Manager optimize connectivity and user experience.

TECNO’s strategic partnership with Qualcomm Technologies was a highlight of the TECNO AI Ecosystem Product Launch event, demonstrating a shared vision for the future of AI PCs. Kedar Kondap, SVP & GM of Compute and Gaming at Qualcomm, took the stage to discuss the integration of Qualcomm’s cutting-edge PC chipset into the new MEGABOOK S14 laptop, underscoring TECNO’s commitment to delivering high-performance computing solutions.

Kedar Kondap, SVP & GM of Compute and Gaming at Qualcomm

In addition, TECNO also introduced several standout new products. The featherlight 999g (35.2oz) ultrabook MEGABOOK T14 Air, features high-speed storage and LPDDR5 memory, while the ultra-thin, all-metal MEGABOOK K15S, equipped with a powerful 70Wh battery and supported by a 65W PD GaN charger, offers a smarter and more long-lasting user experience. Both devices are empowered by TECNO AI with advanced AI capabilities such as AI Album and AI Voice Assistant, making them perfect companions for all aspects of life.

The Next Game-Changing Tech Innovation: See the World with the TECNO AI Glasses Series

TECNO’s new AI Glasses Series also took center stage with the introduction of TECNO AI Glasses Pro and TECNO AI Glasses, reimagining eyewear with cutting-edge imaging, intelligent interactions, and a sleek aesthetic. The TECNO AI Glasses feature an aviator design, while the Pro model showcases a browline style, both embodying timeless elegance and modern fashion.

TECNO AI Glasses Redefine the Way People See the Future

Equipped with a 50MP high-definition camera, the series integrates an OV50D sensor, a 100° ultra-wide-angle custom lens, and an AI ISP imaging chip, forming a mobile-grade imaging system. This system lets users capture stunning, high-resolution photos with advanced AI noise reduction and HDR capabilities. With real-time translation supporting over 100 languages, TECNO AI’s Ella empowers accurate translation even for less common languages, as well as voice control, AI-powered object recognition, and intelligent information summaries for ultimate convenience.

Additionally, the AI Glasses Pro features a MicroLED display with 7th-gen resin waveguide technology, offering a 30° field of view, over 1,500 nits of brightness AR display, and a lightweight, ultra-thin design. The AR display allows users to effortlessly enjoy features like translation display, navigation, information prompts, and teleprompting.

Equipped with a 250mAh battery, these glasses offer over 11 hours of music playback and 8 hours of mixed use with just 30 minutes of charging. An advanced ultra-linear speaker, bass enhancement, and spatial sound deliver an immersive audio experience, while Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 ensure seamless connectivity.

With these innovative launches, TECNO is setting new standards in mobile imaging and AI-enhanced technology, shaping a more connected and empowered future for consumers in emerging markets. Once again, TECNO has showcased its cutting-edge innovation on the global stage at MWC. With the brand essence of “Stop at Nothing”, TECNO’s relentless pursuit of innovation is making AI-powered technology more accessible, allowing consumers to experience the future ahead of time.

Solomon Obwot is a tech writer based in Kampala, Uganda, with extensive experience in the local tech startup ecosystem. He covers the latest news and analysis on consumer tech, writes in-depth smartphone reviews, and conducts insightful interviews with industry experts. Solomon is also a passionate podcaster, sharing his knowledge and engaging in discussions about Africa’s rapidly growing tech landscape. Send emails to [email protected]

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