The Fitbit Charge 6 has been officially launched and comes with some major improvements. Among them is a sensor that can track heart rate up to 60% more accurately.
In addition, it is also compatible with certain gym equipment using bluetooth for real-time heart rate reference throughout exercise. In addition to receiving better integration with Google services such as Maps, Wallet, YouTube and so on.
Most of the body is seen to resemble the previous generation, with the notable difference being the addition of a small haptic physical navigation button on the left side. The screen is as large as 1.04-inches with built-in Always-On Display support that makes it easier for users to use.
Also provided are various health and fitness sensors including ECG and EDA (Eletrodermal Activity) which can be used to measure the stress level of the wearer's body. It is also enhanced with the ability to detect changes through the level of sweat on the skin which should be very helpful in reading the more critical stress response.
Fitbit Charge 6 also supports over 40 built-in sports modes that include 20 new options such as HIIT, strength training and snowboarding. At the same time supports built-in GPS that allows this health tracker to work and track distance easily without the need for additional devices.
With a Fitbit Premium subscription, users can access various exercise sessions according to their personal goals. This includes yoga, meditation and so on. At the same time the user can also access sleep data and additional stress reduction methods that are part of the package.
The included battery is capable of offering up to 7 days of operation with a single charge. In addition to supporting NFC which is very useful for fast payment process. The Fitbit Charge 6 is sold at a price of $159.95 (~RM749) with a choice of Black and Silver for the frame, while White and Gold for the strap.