It seems the smartwatch-wearable era is booming. A lot of wearables from different manufacturers are being introduced left and right. The Pebble may be one of those who started in this business but it’s gaining a lot of rivals. It didn’t help that Samsung unveiled a series of Gear wearables too and other companies were quick to follow. The result? The Kickstarter-funded Pebble was overshadowed. It’s still thriving but Pebble developers must think of new ways to market and sell the smartwatch.
Being added to the list of wearables are new Fitbit models. A Fitbit Surge was leaked yesterday by an online store before launch. It was actually leaked earlier and we learned it will have GPS. Photos and specs of the new FitBit were also leaked so we have an idea how the new Fitbit devices look like.
The guys behind Fitbit have been working hard updating the smartwatch with a new dashboard design. No wonder Fitbit for Android was downloaded more than a million times. It was also integrated with the new HTC One M8 and other Android devices like the Sony Xperia Z, Moto G, Moto X, and Nexus 5 so users can do more with it. The smartwatch has proven to be a success despite the skin irritation issues some 10,000 users reported.
After more than a year, Fitbit has announced a trio of new fitness tracking wearables: the Fitbit Surge, Fitbit Charge HR, and the Fitbit Charge. These new wristbands can track sleep patterns and can be used to show call notifications with the Caller ID function. Making these three models a better alternative are the heart sensor and GPS connectivity.
Fitbit continues its aim to lead people to be more active and live healthier lives. Fitness and health goals can easily be achieved with these new Fitbit werables. Let’s take a look at each new model:
FITBIT SURGE, $249.95
The Fitbit Surge is a Fitness Super Watch that is sleek in design. It comes with GPS and heart rate sensor now so it works better with any compatible phone device. It offers all-day fitness tracking with its advanced tracker functionality, 8-sensor technology, and the basic features you can find in the Fitbit Charge HR and Fitbit Charge.
Fitbit Surge is the most advanced among the new models and most expensive too. It can record different sports activities from strength workouts to cross-training and running with the tailored metrics. It also works as a basic smartwatch with mobile music control, text alerts, and Caller ID.
Other features include the eight sensors (GPS, 3-axis gyroscope, 3-axis accelerometers, optical heart rate monitor, altimeter, digital compass, ambient light sensor and touch screen), a backlit LCD touch screen display, customizable watch faces, alarms, workout apps, and maximum of 7 days of battery life. FitBit Surge will be available in blue, tangerine, and black.
FITBIT CHARGE, $129.95
This wristband is an upgrade from the Fitbit Force model. It features a high-performance wristband display that shows the fitness and health stats you need. With this Fitbit Charge, you can track your distance traveled, floors climbed, steps taken, and calories burned. You can also make use of exercise tracking to see exercise stats and record workouts and then view summaries on the Fitbit dashboard afterwards.
Features of the water-resistant Fitbit Charge include a new automatic sleep detection monitors, a bright OLED display screen, Caller ID, an improved clasp, textured wristband design, and up to seven days of battery life on one charge. Available in burgundy, blue, slate, and black.
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FITBIT CHARGE HR, $149.95
Last but not the least is the Fitbit Charge HR. This one is for the more active users. It features Fitbit’s very own PurePulse optical heart rate technology that offers automatic wrist-based heart rate tracking. No need for a chest strap, just wear the Fitbit on your wrist.
What makes the PurePulse work are the LED lights that can detect changes in blood volume when the heart beats. This means heart rate tracking all-day long to get the number of calories burned more accurately and more data on cardio, fat burning, and peak heart rate zones. This Fitbit model is ideal for those who want to maintain workout intensity and maximizing training, as well as, optimize their health by keeping track of heart rate trends and resting heart rate. Available in tangerine, black, plum, and blue.
VIA: Slashgear
SOURCE: Businesswire
