Fitbit has been assisting users in maintaining an active lifestyle for more than 15 years. Now, the newly introduced Fitbit Air by Google offers a unique approach to monitoring daily fitness levels. Unlike previous Fitbit models, the Fitbit Air does not feature a display screen and resembles popular Whoop bands that attach to the wrist like a stylish accessory.
While it lacks functions like message reading, heart rate monitoring, and exercise stats display, the Fitbit Air boasts significant advantages. It provides a more comfortable fit akin to a bracelet-style strap rather than a traditional smartwatch, as confirmed by a recent study conducted by Google, which rated the Fitbit Air as more comfortable than its competitors.
Moreover, the Fitbit Air boasts an impressive battery life, lasting up to a week without needing recharging. Even when it requires charging, a quick five-minute charge can provide a full day’s power. The device includes a new magnetic charger with bi-directional technology, eliminating the need to worry about its orientation when recharging.
Despite its minimalist design, the Fitbit Air remains true to its core as a Fitbit device. It monitors various metrics such as nightly sleep, activity levels, daily exercise, heart rate, and can even detect conditions like AFib and notify users of irregular heart rhythms.
Internally, the Fitbit Air is equipped with an optical heart rate monitor, a 3-axis accelerometer, a gyroscope, red and infrared sensors for oxygen saturation, and a temperature sensor. As it lacks a screen, all the collected data is directly sent to smartphones, where the Google Health Coach can provide a comprehensive overview of the user’s health status.
The Fitbit Air is fully waterproof up to 50 meters and will be released in four color options: Obsidian, Fog, Berry, and Lavender. As for the price, it will be available for £84.99 upon its launch.