{
  "id": 17404701,
  "title": "The newest Fitbits are great, so why is the charger so terrible?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/the-newest-fitbits-are-great-so-why-is-the-charger-so-terrible",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-31T12:45:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Android Police",
    "slug": "android-police",
    "url": "https://www.androidpolice.com/the-newest-fitbits-are-great-so-why-is-the-charger-so-terrible/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The newly released Fitbit Edge and Air smartwatches are impressive, but their shared charger leaves much to be desired. Google has certainly elevated the design of these devices, yet their magnetic puck charger is one of the worst charges experienced by the reporter. The charger, a squashed oval shape with the cable on one end and magnetic pogo pins on the other, is prone to slipping and disconnecting, especially when the strap is attached. This results in the device being charged in a 90-degree angle, risking damage and disrupting the setup process. The charger also forces the device to rest on its screen during the setup process, making it difficult to see the code needed to link the device. Despite the great design of the Edge and Air, Google could have provided a better charger, and users deserve one.",
  "summary": "The Fitbit Edge deserves a far better charging experience",
  "key_points": [
    "Fitbit Edge and Air smartwatches are impressive",
    "Charger is a magnetic puck with pogo pins",
    "Charger is prone to slipping and disconnecting"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}