Google Fitbit Edge Officially Debuts With 1.34-Inch Display, Seven-Day Battery Life

Google's latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Edge, has made its official debut, unveiling a range of features that position it strategically between the simple smartbands and feature-rich Pixel Watch lineup. The device boasts an oval-shaped display with a 1.34-inch OLED panel, which Google claims is brighter than previous Fitbit trackers and offers 46% more viewing area.

The wearable is housed in an aluminium casing that measures just 11.58mm thick and weighs only 17.7g, paired with a silicone band featuring a soft-touch coating.

The Fitbit Edge is equipped with an IP68 and 5 ATM rating, ensuring water resistance. Powered by a PPG optical heart rate sensor, electrical sensors for ECG functionality, a far-field skin temperature sensor, and red and infrared sensors for monitoring blood oxygen, the tracker covers standard health tracking capabilities. These features work in tandem with Health Guardian tools and Health Coach, accessible through a Health Premium subscription.

Fitness tracking is extensive, covering over 50 exercise modes and providing real-time guidance. A built-in precision GPS enhances outdoor activity tracking accuracy by 40%, while an altimeter measures elevation changes during hill sprints and outdoor workouts. The device can automatically identify and categorize up to 100 workouts, including running and walking.

For daily utility, the Fitbit Edge offers an alarm and timer, alongside mobile notifications and universal media controls when paired with a phone via Bluetooth. It also supports quick replies to messages and Find My Device functionality. Promising up to seven days of battery life per charge, users can top up to a day of use with just a ten-minute charge. Notably, the battery is user-replaceable.