Google announces the Fitbit Edge, a middle ground between Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air
Summary
Google is launching the Fitbit Edge, a new fitness tracker that fits between the Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air in price and features. It has a bigger screen than the Charge 6, more health sensors than the Air, and a battery life of up to seven days without always-on display.Key Facts
- Fitbit Edge has a 1.34-inch OLED touchscreen with 46% more viewable area than the Charge 6.
- The device is water and dust resistant with an IP68 (5 ATM) rating.
- Battery lasts about 7 days without always-on display; around 2 days with it on.
- It works with Android and iPhone via the Google Health app and can store a week of detailed health data offline.
- Edge includes GPS, ECG, blood oxygen, heart rate, skin temperature sensors, and an altimeter.
- It lacks a microphone, speaker, NFC (no tap-to-pay), and full WearOS app support.
- Fitbit Edge will come with a silicone band for $180; a special edition costs $220.
- The device connects to Google Health Premium service with AI health coach features available by subscription.
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