Digital Trends Live: Virtual graduations, Fitbit heart study, NASA and Cruise
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech news of the day, including virtual graduations, combating zoombombing, the Fitbit Heart Study, and more.
Fitbit study could detect atrial fibrillation without ECG, and you can sign up
Fitbit announced a new heart study that aims to use the PPG sensors in the device to detect conditions like atrial fibrillation, using current-gen devices.
Fitbit wants to find out if wearables can detect coronavirus
Fitbit is collaborating with researchers on a new study that aims to find out if wearable devices can detect the coronavirus early -- and they need your help.
Everything you need to know about the new Fitbit Charge 4
There's a slew of new features in the Fitbit Charge 4 that people have been asking for, as well as the usual features that you have come to know and love.
The Fitbit Charge 4 has leaked online and it’s almost identical to the Charge 3
The Fitbit Charge 4 has leaked online, and it looks similar to the Fitbit Charge 3. The device has a revamped watch face, and may have an always-on display.
REI sale discounts Garmin and Fitbit smartwatches in time for the holidays
Looking for some last-minute gifts for fitness enthusiasts on your holiday shopping list? We've spotted deals on several bestselling smartwatches from Garmin and Fitbit as part of REI's Shop Now, Be Done Sale. Act quickly -- these deals end Monday, December 16th.
Huge savings on Garmin and Fitbit fitness trackers at REI for Cyber Monday
Garmin and Fitbit make some of the best fitness trackers and smartwatches available. On Cyber Monday, REI is taking up to 30% off its outdoors and fitness-focused devices. If you are shopping for an athlete or a fitness fanatic, you can't go wrong with either of these deals.
Digital Trends Live: Google buys Fitbit, Razr pics, Apple TV+, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Drew Prindle discuss the top trending tech stories of the day, including Google buying Fitbit, leaked Razr smartphone pics, Apple TV+ has arrived, the U.S. Interior Department ground its fleet of drones, and more.
Why Google’s $2.1 billion Fitbit purchase won’t fix its WearOS woes
Google's Fitbit acquisition may end up being a step in the wrong direction. WearOS has struggled over the years in the smartwatch world, but not because it lacks a decent health platform or activity trackers. The real problem is vertical integration and in-house end-to-end development.
Google is buying Fitbit for $2.1 billion
In a move that makes its growing wearable ambitions crystal clear, Google is buying Fitbit for $2.1 billion. With the acquisition of the maker of activity trackers, Google is making a major push into the wearables space. Fitbit-designed hardware will run Wear OS in the near future.
Digital Trends Live: AirPods Pro, Google moves on Fitbit, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Chris DeGraw discuss the top stories trending in tech, including Apple’s AirPods Pro, Google makes a bid for Fitbit, Uber Money, team-building robots, smiling pets, and more.
Why would Google want to buy Fitbit?
Why would Google want to buy Fitbit? Though Fitbit is a big player in the wearables market, it is struggling to transition from fitness trackers to smartwatches. Google's Wear OS has not given it much of a foothold, and it has smartwatch ambitions. Could this be a marriage made in heaven or a disaster?
Google owner Alphabet has reportedly made a bid to buy Fitbit
Google may be looking to bolster its wearable tech, and has reportedly made a bid to buy fitness-tracking company Fitbit. The terms of the offer have yet to be revealed, and there's no guarantee that a deal will go through at all. Google has been rumored to be working on a smartwatch for years.
Fitbit Versa 2 adds Alexa and Spotify control, debuts Premium coaching program
The Fitbit Versa 2 is here, succeeding the popular Versa. There are refinements and quality-of-life features such as Alexa and Spotify control. There's also a new subscription wellness service called Fitbit Premium, for more in-depth coaching tips. Fitbit also debuted a smart scale called the Aria Air 2.
Fitbit Versa 2 will reportedly roll out September 15 with OLED display, Alexa
Leaked images confirm that the Fitbit Versa 2 will come with an OLED display and Alexa integration, as well as Fitbit Pay support and more than four days of battery life. A source claims that the Fitbit Versa successor will be officially unveiled on August 25, in preparation for a September 15 release.
Track your progress with this renewed Fitbit Versa Lite for $110 at Walmart
Fitness trackers provide you with a clearer understanding of your physical well-being without the need to see a physician. Like tiny doctors you wear on your wrist, they can measure your vitals, step count, calories burned, and more. A great and affordable fitness tracker is the Fitbit Versa Lite, now $110 on Walmart.
The next Fitbit could offer Alexa integration and an OLED display
It looks like Fitbit is planning on stepping up its smartwatch game. According to a new leak from Evan Blass, the next Fitbit will offer features like Alexa built right into the device, as well as an OLED display, making for a much smarter experience. It’s not known when the new device will be released.
Fitbit’s kid-friendly Ace 2 fitness tracker now available for pre-order
Fitbit is now selling its latest wearable for kids, the Fitbit Ace 2. The entry-level fitness tracker counts steps, tracks active minutes, and monitors sleep to help keep kids active and encourage healthy habits throughout the day. The Ace 2 features a new waterproof design and animated watch faces.
REI slashes prices on Fitbit Versa and Garmin Fenix 5 smartwatches
Fitbit and Garmin make some of the best trackers on the market, and REI has a handful of them on sale right now. These deals let you save as much as $150 on high-end smartwatches like the Garmin Fenix 5.
Walmart drops deals on Fitbit Versa and Charge 3 smartwatches for Mother’s Day
Is your mother trying to get in better shape this summer, and looking for a fitness tracker? If so, Walmart has just dropped some great deals on three Fitbit models, saving you as much as $30 on the Fitbit Alta, Versa smartwatch, and Charge 3.
The best cheap fitness trackers of 2019
We've compiled a list of the best cheap fitness trackers currently on the market. No matter if you're looking for something stylish, simple, or just aren't willing to dish out the kind cash necessary for a high-end model, our list offers something for the fitness enthusiast in everyone.
Fitbit Versa and Fitbit Ionic smartwatch prices get slashed for spring
Summertime is right around the corner and now's the best time to start slimming down for beach season. The Fitbit Versa and Ionic are two of Fitbit's smartwatch models, and are currently on sale at Rakuten -- and you can get it even cheaper using 'SAVE15' at checkout.
Fitbit Versa Lite tips and tricks to get started with your new smartwatch
Got your hands on a Fitbit Versa Lite? The cheaper smartwatch may be the pared down version of the more expensive Fitbit Versa, but there's still plenty for you to tweak in the settings. We break everything down in our Fitbit Versa Lite tips and tricks guide.
Fitbit Versa Lite versus Fitbit Versa: How are they different?
Fitbit took the best of its popular Versa smartwatch and removed some elements to create the new Versa Lite, an even more affordable entry-level smartwatch. How does the Versa Lite differ from the original Versa? We combed through the spec sheet and compared the two to find out.
Fitbit’s new fitness tracker is its cheapest, but you can’t buy it yourself
The Fitbit Inspire is the company's cheapest wearable device yet, but interested customers will not be able to buy it by themselves. The fitness tracker offers very basic functions and features compared to more advanced products such as the Fitbit Versa, but it may be Fitbit's most important product.
Amazon slashes prices on Fitbit fitness trackers for the new year
Activity trackers are one of the simplest ways to take your fitness to the next level, and Fitbit makes some of the best on the market today. To help you keep your New Year's resolution to get (and stay) fit, here are a handful of the best Fitbit deals on Amazon right now.
Fitbit supercharges its smartwatches with its new 3.0 operating system
Fitbit announced a massive new software update for the Fitbit Versa and Fitbit Ionic, called Fitbit OS 3.0. The new OS will allow for things like on-device daily views, as well as 10 new third-party apps on the watch. Other new features, like female health tracking, are coming in early 2019.
Fitbit Charge 3 vs. Fitbit Versa: Which one should you choose?
Fitbit recently launched the latest addition to its fitness tracker lineup -- the Fitbit Charge 3. Like the Fitbit Versa, the new fitness tracker comes with smartwatch capabilities. With only a $50 difference between them, we pit the Fitbit Charge 3 versus the Fitbit Versa to find out which one is better.
Fitbit’s new health care platform sets out to improve wellness in the workplace
Fitbit's new platform, Fitbit Care, is aimed at health care providers and employers. With Fitbit's wearables, digital health coaching, and a more personalized health care experience, users can get on track with their health. Better health in the workplace could potentially lower health care costs.
How to sync a Fitbit tracker or smartwatch
Fitbit's fitness tracker and smartwatch lineups are huge and continue to grow. The devices are made for use with Apple, Android, and Windows but if you lack tech savvy, you might not know how to get started. Here's how to sync your Fitbit tracker or smartwatch.
Apple shrugs off Fitbit and Garmin to remain king of smartwatches
According to the latest report by Canalys, Apple has claimed a majority of smartwatch shipments for the second quarter of 2018. Of the 10 million units shipped during the quarter, the company shipped 3.5 million Apple Watches. While shipment has grown, Apple's market share decreased.
The Fitbit Versa: everything you need to know
In March, Fitbit unveiled the Fitbit Versa -- a product it calls a "smartwatch for all." Featuring a style reminiscent of the Apple Watch, the Versa plants its flag as the successor to the company's previous smartwatch releases, the Blaze and Ionic. The device is now available for purchase worldwide.
Why Apple Watches, Fitbits, and more could soon get more expensive
The proposed $200 billion in U.S. trade tariffs on specific Chinese manufactured goods could result in significant price increases for a wide range of mobile gadgets. Listed products from Apple, Fitbit, Sonos, and other companies could each be hit with 10 percent price bumps if the proposed tariffs are approved.
Fitbit Versa vs. Fitbit Ionic: A battle of the wearable maker’s flagships
Fitbit's latest smartwatch, the Versa, is an impressive wearable but without built-in GPS, does it have what it takes to supplant the Ionic as the brand's signature smart fitness tracker? Its updated operating system (for now), sleeker design, and cheaper price tag suggest it has what it takes.