MILPITAS, Calif., Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amazfit, a leading global smart wearables brand owned by Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a health technology company, today announced the launch of its latest lifestyle smartwatch: the Amazfit Active 2, a wearable that bridges elegance and functionality.

Debuting at CES 2025 and featured at Pepcom and ShowStoppers media events, the Amazfit Active 2 is a lifestyle statement for fashion conscious and health-oriented consumers who want to monitor their fitness without compromising on aesthetics.

Stylish Design Meets Competitive Advantages 

Along with a body crafted from stainless steel, the Amazfit Active 2 boasts a round 1.32-inch high-definition AMOLED display that can reach a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, ensuring that users can see their exercise data and maps even under bright sunlight. Consumers can choose from two models when purchasing: a premium version priced at $129.99 that features a black genuine leather strap and a resilient sapphire glass screen covering, or a standard version priced at $99.99 that comes with either a red or black sports-style silicone strap for enhanced breathability during exercise. The premium version will also come with one of these sports-style red silicone straps in the box, as a secondary strap option to equip for workouts.

Cutting-Edge Technology

– Latest Generation Biosensor: The BioTracker™ 6.0 PPG biosensor features a dual-LED and 5PD build, which picks up more biometric signals for enhanced precision in health monitoring and measurement. Zepp Health Corporation zepp.com 2

– Upgraded Heart Rate and Sleep Algorithms: The PulsePrecision™ algorithm enhances heart rate tracking accuracy to the level of the Amazfit T-Rex 3, while the RestoreIQ™ algorithm gives sleep monitoring a similar accuracy boost.

– Additional Sensors: Compared to the previous generation of Amazfit Active, the new release adds a barometer for accurate altitude measurements and support of new sports like skiing, along with an accelerometer and gyroscope for precise recognition of sleep and movement, and an ambient light sensor for optimal display under varying light conditions.

– Extended Battery Life: With a robust 10-day battery life under typical use, the Active 2 is a device that won’t need recharging every night.

– Zepp Flow™: Enables users to control their watch settings, adjust their calendar, and more with just their voice, while also granting Android users the ability to reply to instant messages with either keyboard or speech-to-text input.

– Zepp Pay: Users in Europe can experience secure contactless payments when they purchase the premium version, with this model being named the Amazfit Active 2 NFC on European channels.

Fitness and Wellness Features

– Dynamic Fitness Modes: Over 160 sports modes including HYROX Race Mode, a smart Strength Training mode that can auto-detect specific exercises and intelligently count reps, sets, and rest time, and new winter sports like Skiing.

– Offline Maps with Turn Directions: Supported by 5 satellite systems, users can navigate with ease by importing offline maps and route files to the watch that come with turn-by-turn directions, which can be followed on-screen or broadcast via the built-in speaker or the user’s connected Bluetooth headphones.

– Zepp Coach™ Integration: Offers personalized training and running plans, empowering users of all levels to achieve fitness milestones from 3K runs to full marathons.

– Tailored for Women: With the Wild.AI mini app, women can connect to their accounts directly from the watch for personalized wellness insights tied to their menstrual and hormonal cycles.

– Advanced Health Insights: A daily Readiness score summarizes mental and physical recovery and provides actionable insights, while the HRV feature delivers specialized recovery data.

With its stylish design, premium materials, and advanced capabilities, the Amazfit Active 2 delivers exceptional value as the ultimate companion for fitness enthusiasts and trendsetters alike.

Availability and Pricing

The Amazfit Active 2 is now available for pre-order in the United States on us.amazfit.com, and will be available globally in February, via Amazfit’s official website and through retail partners, with prices starting at $99.99 for the standard version and $129.99 for the premium version. Zepp Health Corporation zepp.com 3

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About Amazfit

Amazfit, a leading global smart wearable brand focused on health and fitness, is part of Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a health technology company. Offering a wide selection of smartwatches and bands, Amazfit’s brand tagline “Discover Amazing”, encourages individuals to break their barriers, and exceed expectations while finding joy in every moment.

Amazfit is powered by Zepp Health’s proprietary health management platform that delivers cloud-based 24/7 actionable insights and guidance to help users attain their wellness goals. With outstanding craftsmanship, Amazfit smartwatches have won many design awards, including the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award.

Launched in 2015, Amazfit is today embraced by millions of users. Its products are available in more than 90 countries across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions. For more information about Amazfit, visit www.amazfit.com.

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LAS VEGAS and NEWARK, Calif., Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Panasonic Energy Co., Ltd., a global leader in the battery industry, and Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), maker of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles, today announced the highly anticipated Lucid Gravity Grand Touring will be powered by Panasonic Energy’s lithium-ion EV battery cells. With an EPA-estimated range of up to 450 miles1 from a battery pack that is up to 40 percent smaller than competitors’, the collaborative efforts between Panasonic and Lucid have helped deliver an SUV with a previously impossible combination of outstanding range, performance and interior space.

Lucid Gravity is a groundbreaking new class of SUV, conceived from the ground up without compromise. Enabled by Lucid’s revolutionary technology, Lucid Gravity provides the interior space and practicality of a full-size SUV with up to 120 cubic feet of total usable cargo space2, all contained inside the exterior footprint of a mid-size SUV. As a result, it provides a sophisticated space for up to seven adults, game-changing versatility, and an unparalleled driving experience. The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring offers 828 horsepower, is capable of 0-60 in under 3.5 seconds, and has an EPA-rated range of up to 450 miles.

These impressive features are enabled in part by Panasonic Energy’s latest-generation high performing 2170 cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells, which offer an energy density of above 800Wh/L (watt-hours per liter), an industry-leading achievement. These high-capacity cells were realized through a closer working relationship with Lucid and are designed to specifically meet Lucid’s exceptional standards for fast-charging, safety, longevity and performance. Lucid Gravity will be one of the first vehicles to leverage this next-generation cell at scale.

Panasonic Energy, a global leader in lithium-ion batteries, is renowned for its high-quality and high-reliability battery cells. By December 2023, the company had supplied approximately 15 billion lithium-ion EV batteries globally, equivalent to powering 3 million EVs, without any vehicle recalls due to battery-attributed issues. This record further emphasizes Panasonic Energy’s unwavering commitment to quality and safety. Panasonic and Lucid’s collaboration on the Lucid Gravity have further strengthened Lucid’s industry-leading powertrain system.

The partnership between Panasonic Energy and Lucid was established through several multi-year agreements in 2022. Panasonic Energy’s batteries have also been successfully integrated into the award-winning Lucid Air Pure. This success has prompted the adoption of Panasonic’s advanced cylindrical lithium-ion batteries in the Lucid Gravity models as well. The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring, with a starting price of $94,9003, officially started production in December 2024 at Lucid’s vertically integrated factory in Arizona. The Lucid Gravity Touring, which will have a starting price of $79,900 and is planned for late 2025, will also use Panasonic Energy’s 2170 batteries. Panasonic Energy’s 2170 battery cells, key to both models, are produced in Japan, with expected future production at Panasonic’s new production facility in Kansas.

“Lucid Gravity is truly the first SUV that does not force customers to compromise,” said Peter Rawlinson, CEO at Lucid. “It brings together a previously impossible combination of attributes with the interior space of a full-size SUV, the performance of a sports car with supreme comfort, and an EPA rated range of up to 450 miles1. Through our advanced technology and collaboration with Panasonic, we have achieved this with an impressively small battery pack compared to competitors. This is critical to preserving earth’s precious resources and I look forward to our continued work with Panasonic as we further sustainable mobility for the benefit of all.” 

“We are extremely proud of our collaboration with Lucid. By combining our high-performance, high-energy density cells with Lucid’s technology, we have been able to utilize the unique characteristics of our cylindrical cells, resulting in a SUV with unparalleled performance and range. This underscores our continued efforts in aiming to set new standards in the EV industry and contributing to a sustainable society,” said Kazuo Tadanobu, CEO of Panasonic Energy.

About Panasonic Energy

Panasonic Energy Co., Ltd., established in April 2022 as part of the Panasonic Group’s switch to an operating company system, provides innovative battery technology-based products and solutions globally. Through its automotive lithium-ion batteries, storage battery systems and dry batteries, the company brings safe, reliable, and convenient power to a broad range of business areas, from mobility and social infrastructure to medical and consumer products. Panasonic Energy is committed to contributing to a society that realizes happiness and environmental sustainability, and through its business activities the Company aims to address societal issues while taking the lead on environmental initiatives. For more details, please visit https://www.panasonic.com/global/energy/

About Lucid Group

Lucid (NASDAQ: LCID) is a Silicon Valley-based technology company focused on creating the most advanced EVs in the world. The award-winning Lucid Air and new Lucid Gravity deliver best-in-class performance, sophisticated design, expansive interior space and unrivaled energy efficiency. Lucid assembles both vehicles in its state-of-the-art, vertically integrated factory in Arizona. Through its industry-leading technology and innovations, Lucid is advancing the state-of-the-art of EV technology for the benefit of all.

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Forward-Looking Statements
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1. EPA est. range rating for Lucid Gravity Grand Touring when equipped with 20″F/21″R wheels and configured as 2-row, 5-seat vehicle is 450 miles. EPA est. range ratings for Lucid Gravity Touring will be provided when available. Range and battery power vary with temperature, driving habits, charging and battery condition and actual results will vary.

2. When configured as a 2-row, 5-seat vehicle.

3. Excludes tax, title, license, options, destination and other fees. For U.S. market only. [Vehicle shown here with optional features]

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MILPITAS, Calif., and LAS VEGAS, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Zepp Clarity, the smart hearing solutions brand owned by Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a health technology company, today unveiled its innovative “Try Before You Buy” program at CES 2025. This initiative addresses a critical gap in hearing aid adoption by encouraging the older population to explore hearing solutions in a low-pressure, hands-on environment.

Despite the widespread prevalence of disabling age-related hearing loss, industry surveys and epidemiological studies have consistently documented that only 15% to 30% of adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss obtain hearing aids. Many cite uncertainty about their effectiveness or discomfort with the commitment as barriers to adoption.

The “Try Before You Buy” model empowers individuals to experience the transformative benefits of Zepp Clarity’s advanced hearing solutions firsthand, boosting confidence and encouraging greater utilization of hearing aids.

With three state-of-the-art models—Clarity Omni, Clarity One, and Clarity Pixie — Zepp Clarity is redefining hearing care by offering consumers the opportunity to experience advanced hearing solutions through a trial period in their homes.

Zepp Clarity provides a lifetime customer support guarantee and access to certified audiologists to its users, ensuring professional guidance and peace of mind for every customer.

Zepp Clarity Pixie, A Nearly Invisible Hearing Aid Providing A Leap Forward in Technology

At the forefront of Zepp Clarity’s offerings is the Zepp Clarity Pixie, a next-generation hearing aid solution designed for individuals with mild to moderate hearing impairment. The Pixie redefines the hearing aid experience with a nearly invisible design, seamless wireless connectivity, and a lightweight titanium alloy shell. Additional features include IPX7 water resistance, an impressive 17-hour battery life, and the ability to customize settings through the Zepp Clarity App, offering eight unique programs tailored to individual preferences.

The Pixie also includes innovative functionalities such as Clarity Boost, Smart Phone Call support, and a handy Find Device feature, ensuring users can navigate their daily routines with confidence and convenience. With a suggested retail price of $1,499, the Zepp Clarity Pixie is now available at https://clarity.zepp.com.

Empowering Hearing Health for All

Hearing loss impacts 48 million Americans and nearly 430 million people worldwide, yet adoption rates for hearing aids remain low. Zepp Clarity’s mission is to address this critical health challenge by combining cutting-edge wearable technology with expert audiology insights.

Registered as FDA-Exempt Class II medical devices, Zepp Clarity’s hearing aids are meticulously designed to offer discreet, high-performance solutions for adults aged 18 and older, enhancing both their hearing and overall wellness.

About Zepp Clarity

Zepp Clarity, a smart hearing solutions brand under Zepp Health, empowers individuals to live their healthiest lives. Guided by the belief that hearing health is integral to total wellness, Zepp Clarity leverages advanced hearable technologies, AI healthcare algorithms, and the expertise of leading audiologists to create personalized, high-performance hearing systems.

For more information about Zepp Clarity, visit https://clarity.zepp.com.

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