Published: 2017-10-01, Author: Emil , review by: venturebeat.com
Abstract: Fitbit's first smartwatch, the Fitbit Ionic, goes on sale today for $300. I've been testing the watch over the past two weeks, and while that's not enough for an extensive review, my interest is definitely piqued.But first, it's worth noting that Fitbit...
Published: 2017-09-29, Author: Daniel , review by: imore.com
The truth is that Fitbit has a winner on its hands here, and that's despite the software shortcomings. As the company has done with its Charge, Flex, Blaze, and Alta trackers over the years, I have no doubt updates will improve the usability of Fitbit OS...
Abstract: Last month Fitbit unveiled its $300 Ionic smart watch based on its acquisition of Pebble, and today the company has announced the ship date for its Apple Watch competitor. Fitbit Ionic will hit stores on October 1 in plenty of time for the holidays (and j...
Published: 2017-09-25, Author: Ray , review by: dcrainmaker.com
All in all the Fitbit Ionic is without question Fitbit's most impressive offering to date. And in doing so they've got a very legit competitor to certain variants of the Apple Watch, as well as Garmin, on the fitness side. The addition/combination of musi...
Large screen, Good battery life for capabilities, Robust fitness and sleep tracking tools, Built-in GPS, Swim-proof, Inactivity reminders, Contact payment functionality, Guided breathing sessions
Limited app integration, Design can be somewhat polarizing
The Ionic is shaping up to be a a great fitness tracker with smartphone integrations, but for a dedicated smartwatch we still prefer the Apple Watch as the platform is more robust and integrates better with outside parties. The Ionic is available for pre...
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Published: 2017-09-19, Author: Raymond , review by: mashable.com
Super bright screen, Top-notching fitness-tracking modes, Days and days of battery life, Really comfy on wrist
Half-baked smartwatch features, Managing music is a nightmare, Very big if you have small wrists
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Published: 2017-09-19, Author: Michael , review by: macworld.com
Comfortable design that sports a pretty thin profile, Stellar battery life that pushes well into a fourth day, Advanced sensors and software deftly track your movements
Functionality as a smartwatch is severely limited, Nonexercise apps don't really do much
Fitbit has established itself as a leader in wearable fitness, and Ionic only solidifies that position. It has an excellent array of sensors for tracking your fitness and movements. It has Pandora integration and Bluetooth support for headphones. Its batt...
Published: 2017-09-19, Author: Victoria , review by: pcmag.com
Vibrant screen, Changeable straps, Safe for swimming, Excellent battery life, Smart notifications, Built-in GPS and NFC, Pandora integration, Open SDK for app developers,
Expensive, Thick bottom bezel, Case easily scratches
The Fitbit Ionic is an ambitious and promising smartwatch with a focus on fitness and accurate tracking, but its success will depend on the growth of its app ecosystem...
Up to four-day battery life, Music storage, Quick and easy mobile payments, Accurate and insightful sleep analysis
Design, Touch screen sometimes unresponsive, Not many apps (yet), No always-on display
For Fitbit users who are fans of the company's older devices, the Ionic is a huge upgrade. Fitbit is promising that more features — such as expanded NFC capabilities, more apps, and health features like sleep-apnea alerts — are on the horizon.However, Fit...
