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  "id": 13981067,
  "title": "Google Fitbit Edge vs Fitbit Air: Which should you choose?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/google-fitbit-edge-vs-fitbit-air-which-should-you-choose",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-12T14:25:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/fitness-trackers/google-fitbit-edge-vs-fitbit-air-which-should-you-choose"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Google has introduced the Fitbit Edge, a new fitness tracker that replaces the Charge in the brand's line-up, and it is priced at $179. The Edge is designed to replace the budget-friendly Fitbit Charge, which was discontinued in 2023. The Edge shares many features with the Charge, including a small display, a week of battery life, built-in GPS, and the ability to track workouts, sleep, and stress. However, it has a more modern design with rounded edges and a slightly larger size at 39.2 x 25.6 mm compared to the Charge's 36.7 x 23.1 mm. The Edge is available in four colors and an active band option, and it also features a special edition Stephen Curry band.\n\nWhen it comes to choosing between the Fitbit Edge and the $99 Fitbit Air, it ultimately depends on whether you want a fitness tracker with a screen. The Edge is a more affordable option compared to other smartwatches like the Pixel Watch 5, but it lacks some features such as an ECG app and built-in GPS. On the other hand, the Fitbit Air offers a screen-free experience with a comfortable design and excellent health features at a lower price point. If you're looking for more advanced health features and a screen, the Fitbit Air might be the better choice, while the Edge could be a suitable option for those who prefer a more budget-friendly device that still delivers essential fitness tracking capabilities.",
  "summary": "Here's everything you need to know about the new Fitbit Edge",
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      {
        "outlet": "Android Police",
        "title": "I'm skipping the Fitbit Edge because it's too ugly to wear every day",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/im-skipping-the-fitbit-edge-because-its-too-ugly-to-wear-every-day",
        "published": "2026-10-12T10:00:10.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Google Blog",
        "title": "How we’re making Google Health and Fitbit Air smarter than ever",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/how-were-making-google-health-and-fitbit-air-smarter-than-ever",
        "published": "2026-10-12T13:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "TechRadar",
        "title": "Google Fitbit Edge unveiled, reinventing the old pebble-style Fitbit",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/google-fitbit-edge-unveiled-reinventing-the-old-pebble-style-fitbit",
        "published": "2026-10-12T13:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Android Authority",
        "title": "This Fitbit Edge upgrade takes it one step closer to buy-it-for-life status",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/this-fitbit-edge-upgrade-takes-it-one-step-closer-to-buy-it-for-life",
        "published": "2026-10-12T13:00:02.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Techmeme",
        "title": "Google unveils the $180 Fitbit Edge, featuring an oval, 1.34\" display and shipping October 27, replacing the Fitbit Charge 6 and discontinuing the Charge line (Samantha Kelly/Bloomberg)",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/google-unveils-the-180-fitbit-edge-featuring-an-oval-1-34-display-and",
        "published": "2026-10-12T13:10:01.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Mashable",
        "title": "Google just announced the new Fitbit Edge — how to preorder before the launch on Oct. 27",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/google-just-announced-the-new-fitbit-edge-how-to-preorder-before-the",
        "published": "2026-10-12T13:11:28.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Techmeme",
        "title": "Google says Health Guardian is launching later in October on the Fitbit Air and Edge for Google Health Premium users, and expands automatic activity tracking (Cheyenne MacDonald/Engadget)",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/google-says-health-guardian-is-launching-later-in-october-on-the",
        "published": "2026-10-12T13:20:01.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}