Fitbit Charge 2 announced, has bigger screen and heart rate monitor
Fitbit Charge 2 is now official and if you were wondering why there were massive price cuts for Fit Charge, you now know the reason. The Fitbit Charge 2 will go on sale from September but you can pre-order one starting today. Priced at $150, the Charge 2 comes with heart rate monitor, bigger display. Users can monitor and get lot more detail from the fitness tracker when compared to the tiny display that donned the first generation Fitbit Charge.
The Fitbit Charge 2 comes with four times bigger screen. The previous version came with a tiny rectangular display but the new one has a display that is big enough to use as a smart watch. Those who prefer monitoring cardio can finally get the Charge 2 as it comes with built in heart beat sensor.
Fitbit Charge 2 Key Features
- OLED display
- Heart rate sensor
- All day activity tracking
- Auto sleep tracking
- SmartTrack that automatically recognizes when you are doing exercises
- Up to 5 day battery life
- Multi sport tracking and connected GPS
- call, text and calendar alerts
- Cardio Fitness Level
- Guided breathing sessions
- Reminders to move
- Customizable watch faces
- Transform and accessorize using classic accessories, Luxe leather bands, special edition trackers.
- Wireless sync with iOS, Android and Windows devices.
- Saves 7 days of detailed motion data – minute by minute
- Sweat, rain and splash proof (cannot be used while swimming or while in shower)
Here is a introductory Fitbit Chage 2 video that showcases the features of the new band:
