Fitbit Charge 3 and Fitbit Charge 3 Special Edition have been launched by the company on Monday, and it’s available on pre-order for $149.95 and $169.95, respectively. The fitness band is also available in India for INR 13,990.
We’ve talked about how much they cost in different countries, pre-ordering the Charge 3 and the accessories available for Fitbit’s latest fitness tracker.
What’s included in the Fitbit Charge 3 package?
- Fitbit Charge 3
- Classic wristbands (small and large)
- Charging cable
What’s included in the Fitbit Charge 3 Special Edition package?
- Fitbit Charge 3
- Woven or Sports wristbands (small and large)
- Classic wristbands (small and large)
- Charging cable
- NFC chip for Fitbit Pay
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Fitbit Charge 3 Specifications
Sensors and Components
- 3-axis accelerometer
- Optical heart rate monitor
- Altimeter
- Vibration motor
- Relative SpO2 sensor
- NFC (Fitbit Charge Special Edition only)
Display
Both the versions of the Fitbit Charge 3 feature a Grayscale OLED touchscreen display.
Battery and Power
The fitness tracker has a battery life of up to seven days. However, the actual battery life may vary depending on the settings, usage and other factors.
The Lithium-polymer battery charges from zero to 100% in two hours and has a Bluetooth 4.0 radio transceiver.
Memory
- The device saves minute by minute detailed motion data for the last seven days
- It keeps daily totals for the past 30 days
- It stores heart rate data at every second during exercise tracking and at a five-second interval all the other times
Water Resistance
The Fitbit Charge 3 is water resistant to 50 metres, but it’s recommended to dry the watch after a swim or if the band gets wet otherwise too. It’s not recommended to wear the smartwatch in a hot tub or sauna.
Environmental Requirements
- The watch should be operated at temperatures between -20° to 45° Celsius (-4° to 113° Fahrenheit)
- The Fitbit Charge 3 can be operated at a maximum altitude of 28000 feet
Syncing
The Fitbit Charge 3 can be synced with more than 200 iOS, Android and Windows devices using Bluetooth LE wireless technology. Windows compatibility is currently unavailable.
The syncing range is approximately 20ft. Features like smartphone notifications require Android 5.0 or above. You can check the compatible devices here.
Windows 10 computers that do not have Bluetooth LE will need a wireless sync dongle to sync. The Charge 3 syncs with Mac OS X 10.6 (and later), iPhone 4S and later, iPad 3rd Generation (and later), Android 4.3 (and later) and Windows 10 devices.
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Fitbit Charge 3 Features
All of the following features are available for Fitbit Charge 3 as well as Fitbit Charge 3 Special Edition until it’s specified that the feature is available exclusively for the special edition.
24/7 Heart Rate
Track your calorie burn, optimise workouts and uncover health trends using the 24/7 heart rate monitoring with the new Fitbit Charge 3 and Charge 3 Special Edition.
Heart Rate Zones
Heart rate zones help you judge better whether you’re in the Fat Burn, Cardio or Peak zone and use this information to enhance the value and impact of your workout.
All Day Calorie Burn
The Charge 3 tracks your calorie burn the entire day, including when you’re working out. This keeps you updated with the latest stats and keep track of your goals easily.
Battery Life
The fitness tracker offers up to seven days of battery life, but that can vary depending on the usage of the device.
Goal-based Exercises
The device offers you more than 15 exercise modes that include run, bike, swim, yoga, circuit training and more. You can set custom goals and get stats in real-time.
Automatic Exercise Recognition
The Fitbit Charge 3 recognise if you’re running, swimming or playing a sport and more and records that in the Fitbit app.
Sleep Tracking and Stages
This feature helps you improve your quality of sleep. It gives you insights on your sleep patterns — how long you’re in light, deep and REM sleep stages.
“We’ve found that 1 in 4 people get significantly more sleep on weekend than weekdays, which implies they are trying to make up for reduced sleep during the week. We can deliver insights to these users through the Fitbit app to make them aware of how this behaviour affects their well-being and suggest how to set up a sleep schedule,” said Shelten Yuen, VP of Research at Fitbit.
Swim-proofÂ
The Fitbit Charge 3 is water resistant up to 50 metres and can automatically track when you’re swimming and collect data during the exercise.
It can be worn in the pool or shower, but it’s not recommended to wear the watch in a hot bath or sauna.
Fitbit Today
The daily on-screen dashboard gives you a reality check on your health and activity with real-time stats.
Apps
Apps like Weather and Calendar (not released yet) are available directly via the Fitbit Charge 3.
App Dashboard
Using the Fitbit mobile app dashboard, you can set goals and track progress — getting a better picture of your health and fitness.
Notifications
The smartwatch gives you calendar alerts, text notifications and quick replies when your phone is nearby. These features aren’t available on all compatible devices, and quick replies feature is only available for Android.
Real-Time Pace and Distance
The Charge 3 can be connected with your phone’s GPS, using which you can see your pace and distance covered during outdoor runs or rides.
Durable, Lightweight Design
The device is built using an aerospace-grade aluminium, a smooth-flush case and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 — making the Charge 3 comfortable and durable.
Fitbit Pay (Only for Fitbit Charge 3 Special Edition)
You can add your cards to the Fitbit app and make payments easily using your Fitbit Charge 3 Special Edition device using NFC pay.
Accessories and Clock Faces
The Charge 3 comes with an array of accessories including different kinds of bands and unique clock faces to fit different styles.
Wireless Sync
The Fitbit Charge 3 can be synced with more than 200 iOS, Android and Windows devices using Bluetooth LE wireless technology. Windows compatibility is currently unavailable.
Female Health
Coupled with the Fitbit app, Charge 3 can track and provide information regarding periods, record symptoms, get a predicted ovulation calendar and more.
Smart, Sharp Touchscreen
The backlit touchscreen display in the Fitbit Charge 3 automatically adjusts to ambient lighting conditions — making it easier to see stats and notifications 24/7.
Guided Breathing Sessions
Using this feature on the Charge 3, you can also get better breathing suggestions with personalised guided breathing sessions based on your heart rate.
