Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 update rolling out with ‘important’ security fix
Following the Charge 5 and Luxe trackers last month, Fitbit is rolling out an update to the Sense and Versa 3 smartwatch.
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Fitbit starts rolling out Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications on these watches and trackers [U]
Earlier this month Fitbit was granted clearance by the US FDA to passively send notifications when signs of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) were detected by its smartwatches and trackers. Now, Fitbit is officially rolling out Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications to nine of its products, including the Sense and Charge 5.
Expand Expanding CloseThese are the best smartwatches for Android [Late 2021]
Black Friday and associated holiday sales are some of the best times to buy a smartwatch, but many Android users don’t have a definitive go-to option for a smartwatch. In late 2021, these are the best smartwatches you can buy for nearly any Android phone.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit Sense, Versa 3 updated with battery & other status indicators, outdoor exercise mode
Fitbit OS 5.3 is rolling out as a smaller update for the Sense and Versa 3 that introduces status indicators. It follows the bigger release in June that added audible Google Assistant responses and better clock face switching.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit starts rolling out ‘Snore & Noise Detect’ for Sense, Versa 3 [Update: Snore Report]
With the Charge 5 and “Daily Readiness Score” announcement at the end of last month, Fitbit also confirmed our report that the Sense and Versa 3 would get “Snore & Noise Detect.” That microphone-powered feature is now beginning to roll out.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit Sense gets a new silver finish, new official and designer bands for Sense and Versa 3
The Fitbit Sense is nearly a year old at this point, but with no successor on the horizon, it’s getting a slight refresh. Fitbit today announced a new Sage Green option for Sense that also debuts a silver finish for the hardware, and new bands have been released, too.
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Fitbit Versa 3 bug counts too many floors climbed; company is aware
When it comes to a health wearable, the Fitbit Versa 3 is a great choice for its accuracy and affordability. However, a bug may have been inflating floors climbed on some Versa 3 devices, but Fitbit is aware of the issue.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit Sense, Versa 3 update adds audible Google Assistant responses, better clock face switching, and SpO2 stats
Fitbit revealed it was making a premium Wear OS watch at I/O 2021 last month. However, until that’s released, the latest Fitbit OS update is rolling out with a slew of updates for the Fitbit Sense and Versa 3.
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Fitbit Versa 3 drops to $179 on the Google Store, Charge 4 also on sale
Following its debut last year, the Fitbit Versa 3 has been a great choice for its lower price and excellent feature set, but a discount is making that deal even sweeter. The Fitbit Versa 3 is now available for just $179 at its biggest discount yet.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit expands Stress Score tool to more fitness trackers, smartwatches including Versa 3
During its launch of the new Luxe tracker, Fitbit is also expanding a popular tool to more of its smartwatches and trackers. Starting this week, Fitbit is bringing Stress Management and Stress Score tools to more devices.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit Sense and Versa 3 Review: Solid smartwatches w/ the fitness chops Google needs
The state of smartwatches on Android has been relatively unimpressive. Google’s Wear OS platform has a decent foundation but lacks any strength when it comes to health features. That’s why Google in the process of buying Fitbit. Over the past couple of months, I’ve been wearing the Fitbit Sense and Fitbit Versa 3, the brand’s latest smartwatches, to learn what all the hype is about. While, personally, I still wish the operating system on these watches was closer to Wear OS, I finally see what all the hype is about in the health department. Here’s what you need to know about Fitbit Versa 3 and Fitbit Sense.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: Google Assistant works better on Fitbit than most Wear OS watches
Google Assistant is a powerful tool, but it’s only ever been available on the wrist via the company’s own Wear OS. Now, Google Assistant has arrived on Fitbit, and somewhat annoyingly, it works incredibly well.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit starts rolling out Google Assistant, voice-to-text, phone calls, auto-SpO2
The latest Fitbit smartwatches offer a lot more when it comes to hardware, but on the software, they shipped a few of those features without taking full advantage of them. Starting today, Fitbit is rolling out a new software update to Sense and Versa 3 which delivers Google Assistant, improved blood oxygen readings, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle confirms Assistant for 2020 Samsung TVs and details Fitbit integration coming this winter
Beyond phones and Smart Displays/speakers, Google Assistant is available on a slew of other devices. Google today is highlighting other form factors that recently launched with Assistant, including Samsung TVs and Fitbit.
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Where to pre-order Fitbit Sense, Versa 3, and Inspire 2, and how much they cost
Fitbit has launched its latest generation of smartwatches and fitness trackers this week with Fitbit Sense, Versa 3, and the Inspire 2 tracker. All three are launching next month, but you can already put in a pre-order. Here’s where and how much you’ll need to spend.
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Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 take Google Assistant beyond Wear OS
For years now, the only way to get the Google Assistant onto your wrist has been through a Wear OS smartwatch. Now, as Google has begun to acquire Fitbit, the fitness company is bringing the Google Assistant to their latest smartwatches.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit Versa 3 hits the scene w/ Google Assistant, fast charging, speaker, GPS, $229
While there were more advanced smartwatches available, Fitbit’s Versa 2 struck a killer balance and turned out to be one of the most popular smartwatch options for Android users since its 2019 debut. Now, Fitbit Versa 3 has arrived with a similar design, but some big improvements including Google Assistant.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit Versa 3, Sense smartwatches leak w/ updated, button-less design [Gallery]
As we await the close of Google’s deal with Fitbit, the company is still pumping out some new hardware. Later this year, we’re expecting some new smartwatches, and today, those have leaked offering our first look at Fitbit Versa 3 and Fitbit Sense.
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