Detailed leaks published by French website Dealabs reveal Google’s plan to launch the Fitbit Edge fitness tracker priced at €179 with support from a Gemini-powered smart coach. The band features an advanced AMOLED display, a seven-day battery life, and user-replaceable batteries.
- Dealabs leaks and suggested market pricing
- Hardware specifications and an exceptional swappable battery
- Medical sensor suite and the Gemini athletic coach
- The rightful successor to the Charge series and expanded software compatibility
- Frequently asked questions
Dealabs leaks and suggested market pricing
On Tuesday, popular French deals website “Dealabs” published comprehensive and accurate technical leaks regarding the upcoming “Fitbit Edge” fitness band, being developed by “Google” as its newest wearable device. The leaked information indicates that the smart band will launch in European markets at a price of €179, while its price in the United Kingdom will be around £159. American press estimates suggest its price in the US market will range between $180 and $200, though Google has not yet announced any official data to confirm these financial or technical details.
These leaks come just a few days after “Android Headlines” published exclusive images of the product on October 4, confirming that the Edge band is specifically designed to bridge the pricing and functional gap between the basic, screenless “Fitbit Ace” band sold for around €99, and the premium “Pixel Watch 5” smartwatch. This provides consumers with a balanced option combining accurate vital sign tracking and an advanced interactive display at a competitive budget-friendly price.
Hardware specifications and an exceptional swappable battery
The sports band boasts an ultra-lightweight build of just 17.7 grams, featuring a durable brushed aluminum chassis and achieving global water and dust resistance certifications with IP68 ratings and pressure resistance up to 5 atmospheres for diving and swimming. The front face houses a stunning 1.34-inch AMOLED color display ensuring clear data legibility under direct sunlight. The device’s battery can last up to a full seven days of continuous use on a single charge, with runtime dropping to two days when the always-on display feature is enabled.
Among the rare and surprising hardware features in this device category, the leaks indicate that the battery will be directly replaceable by the user, an exceptional engineering shift that enhances device sustainability and extends its lifespan rather than discarding it when the battery fails. The system also supports ultra-fast charging, where a mere 5-minute charge is enough to add a full 24 hours of operation, sparing users from long waiting periods near power outlets.
Medical sensor suite and the Gemini athletic coach
Google has equipped the band with an advanced and comprehensive package of cutting-edge biometric sensors, including a global navigation satellite system (GNSS), an electrocardiogram (ECG) sensor to detect signs of atrial fibrillation, a blood oxygen saturation monitor, and a skin temperature sensor. Qualitative medical features previously exclusive to Pixel smartwatches have also been brought to the band, most notably tracking blood pressure trends and insulin resistance indicators, making it a critical preventative tool for continuous general health monitoring.
The core and primary selling point of the new band is its smart fitness coaching system powered by the “Gemini” model. The system provides personalized fitness programs tailored to each trainee, offering real-time voice and text feedback and guidance directly on the wrist during more than 40 different types of workouts and sports activities including running, swimming, and golf. It also features an interactive smart assistant named “Ask Coach” for instant answers regarding performance and muscle recovery, though it is noted that some advanced medical analyses may require a paid Fitbit Premium subscription.
The rightful successor to the Charge series and expanded software compatibility
The band runs on the updated Fitbit OS with direct integration into Google Play services. One of the device’s greatest marketing strengths is its broad software compatibility with smartphones; it works smoothly with all Android devices running Android 11 and above, as well as providing full support for iPhones running iOS 16.4 and later versions, thereby overcoming one of the biggest flaws of Pixel Watch devices which refuse to work with Apple phones altogether.
Google is releasing the band in four attractive colors that harmonize perfectly with the Pixel Watch 5 color lineup: Obsidian Black, Olive, Groove, and Fog. Tech experts view this band as the spiritual successor to the famous “Fitbit Charge” series whose updates paused in 2023. Despite the official launch date not being announced yet, records confirm the device has successfully passed Federal Communications Commission (FCC) testing, suggesting it will arrive on global store shelves before the end of the current month.
Frequently asked questions
Question: What is the leaked price of the Fitbit Edge smart band?
Answer: The price is €179 in European markets and around £159 in Britain, with expectations of launching at roughly $180 in America.
Question: Does the Fitbit Edge band support working with iPhones?
Answer: Yes, the band features compatibility support for iPhones running iOS 16.4 and above, in addition to Android 11 and later devices.
Question: What is the exceptional feature of the new band’s battery?
Answer: The battery lasts up to a full 7 days and is user-replaceable, supported by fast charging that grants 24 hours of operation in 5 minutes.
