Google Fitbit Edge: Specs, Features, Price, Release Date
The Fitbit Edge is a new $180 fitness tracker that bridges the gap between basic trackers and the Pixel Watch. It includes a user-replaceable battery and advanced sensors, with a release date set for October 27.
Why it matters
The inclusion of a replaceable battery suggests a shift toward more sustainable hardware design, potentially influenced by upcoming EU regulations.
Announced on Monday, it is the successor fitness tracker fans with a screen preference have been waiting for. It sits in a sweet spot at $180—not as costly as a Google Pixel Watch but offering a similar experience in a slimmer, pill-shaped design. And unlike the Pixel Watch, it's compatible with Android and iPhones via the Google Health app. Preorders are available now, and it goes on sale on October 27.
The Fixable Fitbit
The Edge has a user-replaceable battery, a Fitbit first, aligning with Google’s efforts to make its Pixel Watch more repairable. (Likely also due to new battery regulations set to take effect next year in the European Union.) Repair options will vary by region and availability.
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