The Fitbit Edge just made Google’s wearable lineup better than you think

Google has expanded its wearable portfolio with the Fitbit Edge, a $179 device positioned as a successor to the 2023 Fitbit Charge 6. According to Tom's Guide, the Fitbit Edge is a small, screen-sporting wearable that sits below the Google Pixel Watch 5 in the company's lineup. It is considered more advanced than the screen-free Fitbit Air, which retails for $99.

A key distinction between the two models is that the Fitbit Edge features onboard GPS, whereas the Fitbit Air requires a paired smartphone to record accurate location data during outdoor activities such as running or hiking. Android Authority suggests that the new device helps Google build a fitness ecosystem and platform for the long term, potentially positioning the company as a leader in the wearable market.

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