HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 Expedition Unveils Major Upgrade, Opening a New Chapter in Snow Mountain Exploration with Professional Prowess
On September 7, Huawei unveiled a major upgrade to its premium smartwatch, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 Expedition. This refresh introduces an all-new “Snow White” colorway alongside a co-branded DESCENTE×HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 edition, while continuing to build on the device’s established expertise in diving, outdoor adventure, and golf. For the first time, Huawei has integrated a professional ski mountaineering mode into the watch, offering snow-peak adventurers precise data tracking and safety alerts throughout the entire ascent-and-descent journey. The upgrade marks a leap forward in redefining the outdoor wrist-worn experience through breakthrough technology.
The Snow White edition draws inspiration from ice and snow, capturing the purity of winter and the early-morning serenity of snow-covered peaks. Its bezel features a dual-tone purple-and-white nano-ceramic material crafted through dozens of precision processes, reflecting Huawei’s deep mastery of material science and manufacturing techniques. Meanwhile, the DESCENTE×HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 Expedition represents a deep collaboration with the high-end professional sportswear brand DESCENTE. Sharing the same amorphous zirconium alloy case and nano-ceramic bezel, this edition sets a darker, more understated tone, accented by DESCENTE’s signature V-shaped orange stitching on the strap, blending professional athletic aesthetics with refined craftsmanship.
Both models come equipped with a newly designed woven nylon loop strap that is both hydrophobic and breathable. Its endlessly adjustable fit ensures a secure, stable hold during intense activity, while retaining flexibility even in the biting cold of high-altitude peaks. Additionally, each purchase includes a fluoroelastomer strap for versatile use across different settings. The Snow White edition also features four preloaded snow-themed watch faces that elegantly translate winter landscapes onto the display, while the DESCENTE collaboration debuts two exclusive co-branded faces, offering a lift of the wrist to reveal a distinct professional sports vibe.
Beyond supporting outdoor and indoor snowboarding, both half-pipe and freestyle, as well as cross-country skiing modes, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 Expedition now introduces a dedicated ski mountaineering mode for the first time. This takes the skiing experience to unprecedented levels of professionalism, accurately mapping the entire journey from ascent to downhill run, providing users with comprehensive, end-to-end data recording. In this mode, users can import ski mountaineering routes via the health app on their phone prior to departure, gaining insight into elevation changes along the way. During the climb, the watch continuously monitors key physiological metrics such as heart rate and blood oxygen levels, helping adventurers stay attuned to their bodies and pace themselves effectively. In emergency situations, even without network connectivity, users can send voice or text messages via the BeiDou satellite system, safeguarding them across both communication and health monitoring dimensions.
In other skiing modes, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 Expedition transforms into a professional coach on your wrist. It supports importing maps for over 3,000 ski resorts across 59 countries globally, allowing users to check slope names, difficulty ratings, and chairlift stations at a glance, ensuring every run is executed with confidence and without the risk of straying onto an unfamiliar piste. Each turn is automatically captured, with precise tracking of turn types—long or short—frequency, and maximum G-forces, enabling skiers to evaluate their cornering technique directly on the watch. From an overview and turn data to descent analytics, speed curves, and recovery suggestions, the watch logs everything, meeting the needs of serious enthusiasts seeking detailed post-run performance review.
This latest upgrade and the new collaboration go beyond mere craftsmanship refinement, representing a dual innovation in professional sports and smart living. It not only cements the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 Expedition’s benchmark position in the high-end smart wearable segment but also empowers those who strive for excellence and push their limits, opening new possibilities for bold adventure and extraordinary discovery. Priced at 6,999 RMB, both the Snow White and DESCENTE co-branded editions are now available for pre-order starting September 7, 2026, through Huawei’s official mall, authorized e-commerce platforms, Huawei experience stores, and authorized retailers.
