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Google Teases Fitbit Edge, Hints At October 12 Reveal

Google has teased its upcoming Fitbit Edge fitness tracker on social media, effectively confirming the name suggested by recent leaks while hinting at an 12 October 2026 reveal. The company shared a close-up image of the wearable alongside the caption, “Get an Edge on your health.” The posts, published on Instagram and X, show what […] The post Google Teases Fitbit Edge, Hints At October 12…

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Google Teases Fitbit Edge, Hints At October 12 Reveal

Google has provided a glimpse of its upcoming Fitbit Edge fitness tracker through social media posts, confirming the name that was previously speculated based on leaks. The company used the caption "Get an Edge on your health" on Instagram and X, alongside an image of the wearable device. The image appears to showcase a side button on the device, indicating the potential reveal of the Fitbit Edge in the near future.

Despite the teaser, Google has not disclosed any specifications, pricing, or availability details for the product.

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