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Google introduces Fitbit Edge, a $179.99 fitness tracker with an OLED display

The Verge describes it as a middle ground between the Fitbit Air’s simplicity and some of the Pixel Watch’s smarts.

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Google introduced Fitbit Edge on October 12, 2026, and invited preorders. TechCrunch reports that the tracker costs $179.99 and has an OLED display. Google says it features glanceable fitness guidance and advanced health tracking.

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Google introduced Fitbit Edge on October 12, describing it as the company's next-generation health and fitness tracker. Google says the device combines a sleek design and bright display with glanceable fitness guidance and advanced health tracking.

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TechCrunch reports that the Edge costs $179.99 and pairs an OLED display with a feel similar to the Fitbit Air. 9to5Google adds that the tracker includes GPS.

The Edge sits between the Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch in Google's wearable lineup. The Verge described it as mixing the Air's simplicity with some of the Pixel Watch's smarts.

Preorders open

In a second announcement, Google invited customers to preorder Fitbit Edge. The company describes the tracker as designed for active lifestyles and everyday wear.

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Google Fitbit Edge: Our all-new smartest fitness tracker ever

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Meet Google Fitbit Edge | Coaching, right when you need it

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Fitbit Edge is Google’s middle ground between Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch | TechCrunch

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NEW Fitbit Edge! Everything You Need To Know...

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Google announces $179 Fitbit Edge tracker with display, GPS

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Google Fitbit Edge Review: The Smartwatch Killer?

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Google Fitbit Edge: Our all-new smartest fitness tracker ever

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Fitbit Edge is Google’s middle ground between Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch | TechCrunch

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Google announces $179 Fitbit Edge tracker with display, GPS

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Google Fitbit Edge: Our all-new smartest fitness tracker ever

TechCrunch

Fitbit Edge is Google’s middle ground between Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch | TechCrunch

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Google announces $179 Fitbit Edge tracker with display, GPS

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9to5Google@9to5GoogleGoogle announces $179 Fitbit Edge tracker with display, GPS https://9to5google.com/2026/10/12/google-fitbit-edge-announcement/ by @technacity17h
Ars Technica@arstechnicaGoogle announces the Fitbit Edge, a middle ground between Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/10/google-announces-the-fitbit-edge-a-middle-ground-between-pixel-watch-5-and-fitbit-air/?utm_campaign=dhtwitter&utm_content=%3Cmedia_url%3E&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter17h
The Verge@vergeA middle-of-the-road option that combines the Air’s simplicity with some of the Pixel Watch’s smarts. https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/1008410/fitbit-edge-price-battery-specs-fitness-tracker16h
TechCrunch@TechCrunchGoogle’s newest wearable costs $179.99 and has a sleek feel like the Fitbit Air but with an OLED display. https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/12/fitbit-edge-is-googles-middle-ground-between-fitbit-air-and-pixel-watch/?utm_medium=organic_social&utm_source=TWITTER14h
Google@GoogleIntroducing Fitbit Edge, our next-generation health and fitness tracker. Featuring sleek design, a brilliant display, glanceable fitness guidance and advanced health tracking to support your wellness goals. It's designed for both active lifestyles and everyday wear.10h
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    6 Sources

    9to5Google@9to5GoogleGoogle announces $179 Fitbit Edge tracker with display, GPS https://9to5google.com/2026/10/12/google-fitbit-edge-announcement/ by @technacity17h
    Ars Technica@arstechnicaGoogle announces the Fitbit Edge, a middle ground between Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/10/google-announces-the-fitbit-edge-a-middle-ground-between-pixel-watch-5-and-fitbit-air/?utm_campaign=dhtwitter&utm_content=%3Cmedia_url%3E&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter17h
    The Verge@vergeA middle-of-the-road option that combines the Air’s simplicity with some of the Pixel Watch’s smarts. https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/1008410/fitbit-edge-price-battery-specs-fitness-tracker16h
    TechCrunch@TechCrunchGoogle’s newest wearable costs $179.99 and has a sleek feel like the Fitbit Air but with an OLED display. https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/12/fitbit-edge-is-googles-middle-ground-between-fitbit-air-and-pixel-watch/?utm_medium=organic_social&utm_source=TWITTER14h
    Google@GoogleIntroducing Fitbit Edge, our next-generation health and fitness tracker. Featuring sleek design, a brilliant display, glanceable fitness guidance and advanced health tracking to support your wellness goals. It's designed for both active lifestyles and everyday wear.10h
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