Fitbit has opened pre-orders on their site for the latest activity tracker they are adding to their portfolio, the Fitbit Alta. The new device is a low profile device similar to some of their earlier models with a minimal screen so it can be worn in a more discrete manner than some other recently released devices like the Fitbit Blaze or the Fitbit Surge. The Fitbit Alta will sell for $130 and is expected to start shipping in March.
Although the Fitbit Alta is small in size, the device is packed full of features including most of the new capabilities Fitbit has been adding to their platform. Like any competent activity tracker, the Fitbit Alta will track steps and distance throughout the day as well as calculating active minutes and calories burned. Fitbit includes their SmartTrack feature that automatically recognizes and logs exercise time and activities with no input from the user. The Fitbit Alta will also provide reminders for wearers to get up and move if they have been inactive for a while.
Along with the auto-detection of exercise activities, the Fitbit Alta will track sleep automatically. Users can also set alarms that will vibrate to wake users peacefully. Although the screen is small, users can still access notifications for calls, texts, and calendar alerts from their connected smartphone. The Fitbit Alta uses an OLED display that can be activated with a tap.
One issue Fitbit is trying to respond to based on user feedback is the lack of bling for other activity trackers. To address that, Fitbit has created a system for the Fitbit Alta so that the bands can be changed. Initially, there will be eight bands available, including three rubber bands that will run $30 each, three leather bands that will run $60 each, and a stainless steel band that will run $100.
With the small size, one feature that did not make it into the Fitbit Alta is a heart rate monitor, so users looking for that feature will need to opt for something else. If users do not want to go through Fitbit directly, they can place pre-orders with a variety of retailers like Amazon, Best Buy or Dick’s Sporting Goods starting tomorrow. You can hit the source link below if you are ready to place an order now.
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source: Fitbit
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