HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 debuted at Huawei’s Now is Your Run global product launch event in Madrid, Spain, on February 26, 2026. The company introduced the running watch after a five-year absence from professional running watches. The event also featured the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro, HUAWEI MatePad Mini, HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5, and HUAWEI Band 11 Series.
Two-time Olympic marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge serves as the global ambassador for HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2. Moreover, Huawei partnered with Kipchoge to promote running and healthy lifestyles. The company plans to continue supporting fitness through technology.
1. HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Features
HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 includes a 3D floating antenna architecture for positioning precision. Its intelligent positioning algorithm tracks trajectory and distance during signal interruptions. Furthermore, the intelligent marathon mode provides race management features.
“Running means much more than running fast,” said Kipchoge. “I believe that running is the most beautiful activity on every level.”
Eliud Kipchoge, Global Ambassador
Kipchoge contributed to product development. “I am passionate about sharing my opinions to improve the smartwatch experience,” he stated.
2. HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro Specifications
The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro features an upgraded True-to-Color Camera for color accuracy in complex lighting. It has a Dual Space Ring Design, 2nd Gen Kunlun Glass, and AI capabilities. Attendees noted the design during the event.
3. Wearables: HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 and Band 11 Series
HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 appears in a new Green colourway with features for diving, outdoor activities, and golf. The HUAWEI Band 11 Series offers a larger display visible in sunlight, health monitoring, and activity tracking.
4. HUAWEI MatePad Mini and FreeBuds Pro 5
The HUAWEI MatePad Mini has an 8.8-inch body that fits in pockets. It supports document reading and creative work. HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5 includes dual-engine AI noise cancellation and a dual-drive acoustic system.
5. Availability in Saudi Arabia
HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 will arrive in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia soon. The HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro and HUAWEI MatePad Mini follow soon after. HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5 costs 749 SAR and is available now. Meanwhile, HUAWEI Band 11 Series pre-orders start March 1 at 129 SAR.
Huawei Consumer Business Group provides smartphones, tablets, wearables, and more. In 2023, its R&D spending reached over USD 23 billion, or 23.4% of revenue. The decade-long investment exceeds USD 154 billion. These launches align with Huawei’s focus on consumer products in markets like Saudi Arabia.
Furthermore, the event reflects Huawei’s brand proposition Now is Yours, introduced last year. As a result, the company aims to connect with consumers through fitness initiatives. In addition, health monitoring features in wearables support daily wellness.