Fitbit’s $199 Versa 2 goes on sale September 15

Fitbit‘s newest health tracker/smartwatch, the Versa 2, was launched a few weeks in the past, however the firm didn’t present a agency launch date on the time. Now we all know: the Versa 2 shall be out there this Sunday, September 15. Pre-orders are already open.

In comparison with the already-good Versa and Versa Lite, the Versa 2 brings Alexa assist, an always-on OLED show, and a barely tweaked design. I’m undecided why individuals would need Alexa on their smartphone that already consists of the Google Assistant or Siri, but it surely’s there if you would like it. The always-on show, nevertheless, is drastically appreciated – it’s annoying to need to faucet the display or flick your wrist each time you need to test the time.

Each model of the Versa 2 consists of Fitbit Pay – you don’t need to spend extra for NFC this time round – and Fitbit‘s launched a characteristic referred to as Sleep Rating to encourage wholesome snoozing patterns.

The Versa 2 is out there in black, ‘petal’ (rose gold), and ‘stone’ (gray) colours with any of a wide range of wristbands. When you have one of many earlier Versa’s there’s in all probability not a lot trigger to improve. However if you’re out there for a brand new smartwatch with critical health chops, the Versa 2 begins at 200 bucks. You’ll be able to go forward and place your order right here.

In the meantime, I’m nonetheless holding out hope Fitbit will carry again the Pebble…

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Revealed September 12, 2019 — 18:58 UTC