Fitbit, known for its longstanding commitment to promoting an active lifestyle, has unveiled a new product under Google’s ownership – the Fitbit Air. Unlike traditional Fitbit models, the Fitbit Air opts for a sleek, screen-free design reminiscent of popular wristbands like Whoop bands.
While this design choice means sacrificing features such as message notifications and heart rate monitoring, it comes with notable benefits. The Fitbit Air boasts a more comfortable fit, resembling a bracelet-style strap rather than a bulky smartwatch. According to a recent study by Google, the Fitbit Air outperformed leading competitors in terms of comfort.
In addition to its comfort, the Fitbit Air impresses with its battery life, offering up to a week of power on a single charge. Even when the battery runs low, the device supports fast charging, providing a full day’s worth of power in just five minutes. The inclusion of a new magnetic charger with bi-directional technology eliminates the need to worry about the charger’s orientation for a quick refill.
Despite its minimalist appearance, the Fitbit Air remains true to its core functionality as a fitness tracker. Once worn, it monitors various metrics including sleep patterns, activity levels, exercise routines, heart rate, and can even detect conditions like AFib, alerting users to irregular heart rhythms.
Internally, the Fitbit Air houses an array of sensors, including an optical heart rate monitor, a 3-axis accelerometer, a gyroscope, red and infrared sensors for oxygen saturation, and a temperature sensor. Since it lacks a display, all data is seamlessly transmitted to smartphones, where the Google Health Coach app consolidates the user’s health information for a comprehensive overview.
Water-resistant up to 50 meters, the Fitbit Air will be offered in four color options: Obsidian, Fog, Berry, and Lavender. Priced at £84.99, this innovative fitness tracker promises a blend of comfort, functionality, and convenience for health-conscious consumers.