Fitbit is out to fortify its grip in the fitness world. The entry of the Charge 2 may just do that.
Consumer Electronics has established itself in the wellness program with the Fitbit Charge and the Fitbit Charge HR. Considering the success of these devices, both enthusiasts and observers will wonder what is up with the new product line.
It is vital to point out that the Charge 2 is like a Charge HR with extra features and add-ons. It provides a bigger display surface. Although it possesses a sharp design, it is also a bit sturdier. The presence of a 1.5-inch OLED-powered screen allows users to read data on the device easily. Being built with a touchscreen makes this item the first to have such in the Charge series.
Convenience is a huge part of the Charge 2, users need not to be impatient in browsing through the menu. Instead, a button on the left hand side of the tracker allows people to scan directly into options associated with steps, time, heart rate and calories.
Fitbit's newest brand is quite simple to accessorize. The stylish silicon strap, which comes in a variety of colors, can be detached easily. This tracker is not a nuisance which means that it can be worn longer anywhere. It is essential to know that the Charge 2 is water-resistant but not water-proof.
In terms of tracking an individual's activities, the Charge 2 automatically notices walking or running through its SmartTrack feature. Tracking down sleep-related activities like going to the bathroom or falling asleep is on the dot although monitoring actual time can be a struggle. However, sleep settings like dimming the tracker is absent.
A fascinating element of the Fitbit tracker is its capability to control timed breathing workouts. Simulated respiration estimates are gathered from the heart rate figures.
Charge 2 has PurePulse sensor to monitor a heart rate whether a person is doing strenuous actions or not. The Cardio Fitness Level or the VO2 Max feature makes the tracker unique since it charts body responses during exercises.
More importantly, Fitbit's new unit introduces an extensive battery life. This is a tremendous upside since the tracker is able to sustain its functions for five days.
While the Charge 2 has a lot to offer, it is sad to note that it has no GPS. It only depends on the ConnectedGPS feature of a phone to know activity statistics.
