Like so many other pieces of tech, activity trackers are constantly getting updated with new models adding features and functions with each iteration. Industry heavyweight Fitbit appears to have reached a point where their product line and the associated updates are starting to come out in a more orderly fashion. Although Fitbit's trackers are several generations old in some cases, we are seeing a pair of their current devices poised to update to their “2” models with the impending release of the Fitbit Charge 2 and the Fitbit Flex 2, both of which were revealed in some new images.
In their current versions, the Fitbit Charge models include the plain version and the Charge HR version that adds a heart rate monitor. For the next round, it looks like Fitbit is going to move the heart rate monitoring into the main device and make it standard. The Fitbit Charge 2 looks like it will get a larger display to help users access information a bit easier. Based on the images, Fitbit may have made some modifications to the band to help address the issue of the bands breaking at the point where they join with the main unit. The Fitbit materials also indicate bands will be interchangeable, so it will be interesting to see how that works.
The Fitbit Flex 2 features many of the same features as the Fitbit Charge 2 with the notable exception of a screen and a heart rate monitor. With the simple design Fitbit was able to add one feature to this device that will likely interest some users – the ability to wear it while swimming. Previous models were resistant to the effects of sweat and even mild splashing or perhaps rain, but the quality of being “Swim-Proof” will be new for the line of devices.
No information has been revealed yet regarding a possible launch date, market availability or pricing. Odds are good though that these new devices will be available in time for the upcoming holiday shopping season.
source: TechnoBuffalo
