FITBIT

Versa 2 officially unveiled packing an OLED display, NFC and Alexa support

Last year, US smart wearable device manufacturer Fitbit launched the Fitbit Versa smartwatch and t turned out to be a hit. The company has now launched a second-generation model known as Fitbit Versa 2 with several improved features over its predecessor.
The Fitbit Versa 2 now utilises an OLED display which is better than the LCD screen on the first-gen Versa. The Versa 2 also comes with support for Amazon Alexa voice assistant and integrates Spotify. Also, the smartwatch comes with a faster processor and longer-lasting battery.
The Versa 2 also gets a special edition which is only different in the type of strap that it uses. The Versa 2 Special Edition comes with an extra Polyester webbing strap in addition to the rubber strap. All variants sport an aluminium casing and there is now NFC onboard. With Fitbit Pay, you now get contactless payment support on the Versa 2. The smart wearable also provides all-round heart rate tracking. The device has 50M water resistance which means you can use it inside the swimming pool without any worries.

Further, you equally get the regular features found on the Versa such as all the standard fitness tracking modes for running, cycling, yoga as well as new sleep tracking modes. There is equally a new Sleep Score function which gives a detailed breakdown grade of your sleep patterns based on your heart rate.
The wearable device also features an Always-On Display which is vital when there is need to take a quick glance at the time, workout progress and battery life. The battery size wasn’t disclosed but Fitbit says it can last for 5 days on a single charge, one full day more than the Versa’s battery power. At the left side of the device is a single control button whose function can be programmed. There still isn’t a built-in GPS on the device meaning you’ll have to pair to a smartphone to track your movements during exercise.

The Fitbit Versa 2 is already open for pre-order and will hit store shelves from September 15. As for the prices, the regular version is priced at $199 while the special edition comes in at $229. That’s a solid $30 for the polyester webbing strap.
Fitbit also announced a new coaching service dubbed Fitbit Premium. Subscription for the service is $10 a month or $80 per year and gives you specific guided plans for workouts, calorie intake and weight control.

Jed John