Google’s new Fitbit Edge gives you a screen without going full smartwatch

Google has introduced the Fitbit Edge, a new fitness tracker that fills the gap between the screenless Fitbit Air and the feature-rich Pixel Watch 5. The device boasts a larger OLED display, enhanced health tracking capabilities, built-in GPS, a battery that can be replaced, and boasts an impressive battery life of up to seven days.

However, the Fitbit Edge does not include NFC payments functionality. The wearable is priced at $179.99, with pre-orders opening on October 12 and general availability commencing on October 27. Google launched its first screenless Fitbit tracker earlier in May, offering users a health and fitness tracking experience without the constant need to glance at their wrist.

Now, five months later, Google appears poised to create a middle ground between the simplicity of the Fitbit Air and the more feature-rich Pixel Watch 5.