Google announces the Fitbit Edge, a middle ground between Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air

The Fitbit Edge offers more than the Air, but it's not a real smartwatch.

The short version

• The Fitbit Edge offers more than the Air, but it’s not a real smartwatch.
• Google is releasing its second Fitbit tracker of 2026, offering fans of the aging Charge 6 a more refined option.
• The new Fitbit Edge slots right in between the Pixel Watch 5 and the Fitbit Air , featuring a compact screen and more health sensors than the Air.

What happened

You won’t get all the apps and features of the Pixel Watch 5, but the Edge is only about half as expensive. The Fitbit Edge is essentially a new Charge 6, but it has more of a Pixel Watch aesthetic.

Why it matters

Squish Google’s smartwatch from the sides, and you’ve got the Edge.

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