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Google launches Fitbit Edge fitness tracker

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Following initial FCC filings for a device identified as G8BL6, Google has officially released the Fitbit Edge. Positioned as a midrange, ‘smart-lite’ successor to the Fitbit Charge 6, the device bridges the gap between the screenless Fitbit Air and the premium Pixel Watch 5. The Fitbit Edge features a 1.34-inch AMOLED ~~display—offering~~ display, offering 46% more viewing area than previous ~~trackers—housed~~ trackers, housed in a pill-shaped design made of recycled aluminum. It is notable for being Google’s first repairable fitness tracker due to its user-replaceable 65 mAh lithium-ion battery and modular architecture. Technical specifications include built-in GPS, an altimeter, water resistance up to 50 meters (5ATM/IP68), and support for over 50 exercise ~~modes with automatic recognition for up to 100 activities.~~ modes. The device also includes a redesigned physical side button for tactile control. Health monitoring is supported by sensors for ECG, SpO2, skin temperature, and heart rate variability. Advanced features, including ‘Health Guardian tools’ for monitoring blood pressure and insulin resistance trends, and Gemini AI-powered coaching via the Google Health Coach, require a Google Health Premium ~~subscription ($9.99 monthly or $99 annually). While~~ subscription. New models include a Stephen Curry Special Edition priced at $219.99, while the ~~device lacks NFC~~ standard model retails for ~~wireless payments—a decision~~ $179.99 in the US. Both versions include three months of Google ~~attributes to prioritizing~~ Health Premium. In conjunction with the launch, Google transitioned Fitbit’s menstrual health features ~~like~~ into the ~~altimeter—and full Wear OS app support, it provides essential services like~~ Google ~~Maps~~ Health app under the name ‘Cycle health’. This tool allows users to log period dates, symptoms, and ~~smartphone notifications. The tracker~~ ovulation results for estimated cycle trends. Google specifies that ‘Cycle health’ is ~~compatible with both Android~~ for informational purposes and ~~iOS, distinguishing it from the Pixel Watch series. It offers up to seven days of battery life, which reduces to approximately two days with an always-on display. The~~ is not a medical device ~~launched in late October 2026, with retail pricing ranging from approximately $179.99 to $229.99 depending on the market and specific editions, such as the Stephen Curry edition.~~ for contraception or clinical findings.

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