Zhang Lei of Xiaomi Group has revealed that the pioneer program for the latest iterations of the REDMI Watch 5 and Watch 5 eSIM will commence at 11 AM next Monday (August 10, 2026). This initiative is designed to enlist 300 individuals for a beta testing phase, which will span from August 10 to August 16. Interested participants can register through the Beta Test Center within the Xiaomi Community App. The upcoming versions will boast a new WeChat feature tailored for the watch, enabling voice-to-text transcription, conversation categorization, and heightened message privacy safeguards. Additionally, the program will refine the triathlon sports experience for users.