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technology14 hours ago•7 min saved

Google Confirms Fitbit Edge Launch for October 12

Google has officially confirmed the release of the Fitbit Edge, a mid-tier fitness tracker, with a reveal date set for October 12, 2026. The device is positioned between the screenless Fitbit Air and the full-featured Pixel Watch 5. While earlier leaks suggested a late October launch, this official teaser accelerates the timeline. The Fitbit Edge is expected to feature a small display, GPS, and cross-platform compatibility, filling a gap in Google's wearable lineup that has been vacant since the discontinuation of the Fitbit Charge line.

via Droid Life|

#fitbit-edge #fitness-tracker #google

technology4 days ago

Fitbit Edge Leak Details: $180 Tracker Bridges Gap Between Air and Pixel Watch

Google is expected to unveil the Fitbit Edge later this month, a mid-range fitness tracker positioned between the screenless Fitbit Air and the Pixel Watch 5. Leaks indicate the device features a 1.34-inch always-on OLED touchscreen, built-in GPS, and up to seven days of battery life. It will support limited apps like YouTube Music and Google Maps, with pricing estimated around $180 in the US. The device succeeds the Fitbit Charge line and offers cross-platform compatibility with Android and iOS.

via GSMArena.com|

#android-headlines #fitbit-edge #fitness-tracker

technology5 days ago•12 min saved

Leaked Images Confirm Google's Fitbit Edge as a Mid-Range Hybrid

Leaked images confirm the existence of the Fitbit Edge, a new mid-range wearable from Google that bridges the gap between the screenless Fitbit Air and the full-featured Pixel Watch 5. The device features a small oval screen, a sensor array similar to the Air, and limited app support for services like Google Maps and YouTube Music. It is expected to offer seven days of battery life, built-in GPS, and an altimeter, with compatibility for both Android and iOS devices. While no official release date or price has been announced, industry estimates place the cost between $149 and $199, positioning it as a successor to the discontinued Fitbit Charge line. The device is available in multiple color options, including black, green, and orange, with interchangeable bands allowing for further customization. This launch signals a renewed focus by Google on the Fitbit brand after several years of limited product updates, offering consumers a more affordable alternative to the high-priced Pixel Watch 5.

via Gizmodo|

#android-headlines #fitbit-edge #fitness-tracker

technology12 days ago•2 min saved

Apple Prototypes Screenless Fitness Band to Rival WHOOP and Fitbit Air

Apple is developing a screenless fitness tracker similar to the WHOOP or Fitbit Air, with prototypes featuring a fabric band and sensor module. The project, backed by Tim Cook and Eddy Cue, is in early stages and may not launch until 2028. Critics note that while the design offers comfort and battery life, it lacks the automatic workout detection and on-device controls of current smartwatches, raising questions about its usability without a screen.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #eddy-cue #fitness-tracker

technology1 month ago•9 min saved

Cirqa: Garmin's Screenless Band Delivers Data, Not Depth

Garmin's Cirqa is a solid, screenless fitness band with strong 10‑day battery life and reliable tracking, but its lack of AI insights and limited software depth—plus a $200 price—make it hard to justify against cheaper trackers or rivals like Whoop, Oura, and Ultrahuman Ring Pro; it’s a capable device, just not a compelling purchase for most buyers.

via Engadget|

#ai-insights #fitness-tracker #garmin-cirqa

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Garmin Fenix 9 Series Debuts with Pro Solar, Brighter Display and Longer Battery

Garmin unveils the Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro (including Pro Solar) with a slimmer, more durable design, brighter displays, an onboard LED flashlight, and upgraded features like Garmin Epic activity grouping, enhanced rowing data, and longer battery life. The Fenix 9 lasts up to 16 days, the Pro up to 18 days, and the Pro Solar up to 34 days. Prices start at $999.99 for the standard Fenix 9 and $1,099.99 for the Pro line (or $1,199.99 for 51mm). All models go on sale August 28, with availability at Garmin and other retailers.

via Mashable|

#fenix-9 #fenix-9-pro #fitness-tracker

wellness2 months ago•117 min saved

Garmin Cirqa: the screen-free middle ground between Fitbit Air and Whoop 5.0

Tom’s Guide hands-on with the Garmin Cirqa, a $199 screen-free fitness tracker that delivers subscription-free core health and fitness insights, up to 10 days of battery, 80+ workout modes, 24/7 heart rate, SpO2, and sleep data, plus a single physical button for manual workout control. It sits between the Fitbit Air’s entry-level approach and the Whoop 5.0’s pro-athlete orientation, offering longer battery life and holistic insights without a screen, but lacks onboard GPS and has some strap/accessory caveats. Overall, Cirqa could become a strong no-screen, no-subscription option, with a full verdict to come.

via Tom's Guide|

#battery-life #fitbit-air-vs-whoop-50 #fitness-tracker

technology2 months ago•5 min saved

Garmin Cirqa: A Screenless, Subscription-Free Challenge to Whoop

Garmin unveiled the Cirqa Smart Band, a screenless fitness tracker that costs $199.99 upfront with no subscription, pitched as a subscription-free alternative to Whoop and Fitbit; it tracks sleep, heart rate, stress, and Body Battery, supports 80 activities via a side button, and syncs data to Garmin Connect, with up to 10 days of battery life. Availability starts July 24, and Garmin aims to lure loyalists and budget-conscious buyers away from recurring-fee models.

via Gear Patrol|

#cirqa #fitness-tracker #garmin

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

Garmin's Cirqa Smart Band debuts as a screen-free, subscription-free fitness tracker

Garmin has released the Cirqa Smart Band, a screen-free wearable designed for all-day use with up to 10 days of battery life. It records biometrics (heart rate, Body Battery, Pulse Ox, stress, skin temperature) in the Garmin Connect app, supports women's health tracking via Natural Cycles, and can be worn on the wrist or as an arm band. Unlike Whoop, Cirqa is subscription-free and will be available July 24 for $199.99.

via Mashable|

#cirqa #fitness-tracker #garmin

technology2 months ago•1 min saved

Garmin’s Cirqa: The Screen-Free Fitness Band with a 10-Day Battery

Garmin unveiled Cirqa Smart Band, its first screenless wearable, aimed at Whoop and Fitbit Air rivals. Priced at $200, it lasts about 10 days, can be worn on the wrist or as an armband, and uses a single side button to switch activities. It auto-tracks 80+ activities alongside steps, sleep, and calories, and streams data to the Garmin Connect app where you can view heart rate, blood oxygen, stress, skin temperature, and recovery time. It features Connected GPS by piggybacking on a paired phone’s GPS, while Garmin Connect+ is optional for additional insights. Availability is immediate in multiple colors and two strap sizes.

via Engadget|

#cirqa #connected-gps #fitness-tracker

technology2 months ago•28 min saved

Garmin Cirqa: a screen-free, subscription-free fitness tracker with 10-day battery

Garmin announces Cirqa, a screenless smart band priced at $199.99 that tracks 80+ activities and continuous health metrics (heart rate, blood oxygen, skin temperature) around the clock, plus sleep stages and menstrual-cycle data via Garmin Connect, with up to 10 days of battery life and no subscription required; it can be worn on the wrist or as an armband and serves as a distraction-free alternative to subscription-based trackers like Whoop and cheaper options like Fitbit Air.

via The Verge|

#fitness-tracker #garmin-cirqa #sleep-tracking

science2 months ago•54 min saved

Wearables whisper pregnancy clues before a test

A BBC feature chronicles women who used wearable tech (notably the Oura Ring) to detect pregnancy early through data like elevated body temperature and reduced HRV; while some pregnancies were confirmed, experts caution that these devices aren’t reliable diagnostics and can heighten anxiety, so wearables should supplement medical care rather than replace it.

via Yahoo|

#anxiety #body-temperature #fitness-tracker

technology2 months ago•6 min saved

Garmin CIRQA: The Screenless Health Tracker Aims for Holistic Recovery

Garmin appears to be preparing CIRQA, a screenless fitness and recovery band that relies on the Garmin Connect app for data visualization. The device reportedly packs advanced health sensors—HRV, respiratory rate, pulse oximetry, skin temperature—with speculation it could also include an electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor for stress tracking. The mostly-display-free design would extend battery life but require pairing with a phone or Garmin device for GPS and data access. An accidental listing on Garmin Romania and earlier regulatory filings point to an advanced development stage and an imminent launch, positioning CIRQA to compete with screenless trackers like Whoop within Garmin’s ecosystem.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#cirqa #fitness-tracker #garmin

technology3 months ago•6 min saved

Featherweight Fitbit Air wins me over from WHOOP

A three-week switch from WHOOP to Fitbit Air reveals a lighter, more comfortable wear (12g), strong battery life (8+ days), and surprisingly helpful Google Health AI summaries that trump WHOOP’s data-heavy app. Initial tracking hiccups faded with calibration, and at a $99 price the Air offers compelling value that could push me to switch fully—though dedicated athletes may still prefer WHOOP’s deeper metrics.

via Android Authority|

#fitbit-air #fitness-tracker #google-health

technology3 months ago•6 min saved

Fitbit Air: solid heart-rate tracking, but calories miss the mark

A ZDNET test compared the Fitbit Air to a Polar H10 chest strap during a gym workout. Heart-rate data were fairly close with minor lag, but calories burned were consistently underestimated—about 12% during treadmill work and up to ~30% during strength training. The results reflect how wrist wearables can miss rapid heart-rate changes and rely on formulas that combine HR with other factors, so use HR data for training and calorie estimates as rough figures. The author cautions that two tests aren’t enough to draw sweeping conclusions about overall accuracy.

via ZDNET|

#calorie-burn #fitbit-air #fitness-tracker