5 reasons I’m keeping my Fitbit Air and not buying a Fitbit Edge

Google has introduced the Fitbit Edge, a $179.99 premium fitness tracker designed to sit between the screenless Fitbit Air and the high-end Pixel Watch 5. The device features a Hybrid OLED display that provides 46 percent more viewing area than previous trackers and includes a physical side button. It is 11.5mm thin and water-resistant up to 50 meters. The tracker offers up to seven days of battery life with a replaceable battery.

Hardware capabilities include built-in GPS, an altimeter, and sensors for continuous heart-rate monitoring, skin temperature, and ECG assessments. The Edge can automatically recognize up to 100 types of exercise and allows users to start over 50 workout modes. According to The Indian Express, the device's GPS is 40 percent more accurate and sleep-stage detection is 15 percent more accurate than earlier generations.

Google is also introducing Health Guardian features to track trends in blood pressure and insulin resistance for general wellness.

The Fitbit Edge is scheduled to be available in shops on October 27, with pre-orders currently available. Tom's Guide notes that the device features various band options, such as plastic active bands and metal options, and includes a Stephen Curry looped band option during pre-ordering. Every buyer receives three months of Google Health Premium, which provides access to a Health Coach for lifestyle tips and fitness plan adjustments.

Brief written by urgent.news from Android Authority, Tom's Guide, Gulf News, The Indian Express, The Economic Times — 5 reports on this story. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.