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Google launches Fitbit Edge with GPS, health tracking and replaceable battery
Google has announced the Fitbit Edge, a fitness tracker designed to sit between its screenless Fitbit Air and the more watch-like Pixel Watch.
It costs $179.99, is available to preorder, and goes on sale October 27.
The Edge has a color display, built-in GPS, and tools for tracking workouts, sleep and health measurements, including ECG readings.
Google says it can recognize up to 100 types of activity and last up to seven days on a charge.
Its battery can be replaced, a first for a Fitbit tracker, which may help extend how long people can use it.
Some health trends and coaching features require a Google Health Premium subscription.
The device also comes in a Stephen Curry edition for $219.99.
Google announced the Fitbit Edge, a fitness tracker positioned between the Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch.
The Edge costs $179.99, and preorders are open ahead of its October 27 sale date.
It adds a display, built-in GPS and health-tracking features including ECG and continuous heart-rate monitoring.
Google says the device can run for up to seven days on a charge and has a replaceable battery.
It can automatically recognize up to 100 activities and supports more than 50 exercise modes.
- Who
- Google announced the Fitbit Edge.
- What
- A new fitness tracker with a display, built-in GPS and advanced health tracking.
- When
- Announced on October 12, 2026; it goes on sale October 27.
- Where
- Preorders are available through the Google Store; Mashable also reports Amazon preorders.
- Why
- It is positioned as a middle ground between the Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch.
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Google introduced the Fitbit Air.
Google launched the Pixel Watch 5.
Google’s blood pressure and insulin resistance tracking capabilities became available.
Google announced the Fitbit Edge and opened preorders.
The Fitbit Edge is scheduled to go on sale.
- Standard price
- $179.99
- Stephen Curry Special Edition price
- $219.99
- Battery life
- Up to seven days on a charge
- Automatic activity tracking
- Up to 100 activities
- Exercise modes
- More than 50
- Sale date
- October 27, 2026
Sources
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