GOOGLE has launched a massive upgrade programme for four of its popular Fitbit devices with some new features and improvements.
Users have been critical of some changes to Fitbit since Google took it over in 2019 for $2.1billion.
Charge 6 is among the devices getting an upgrade[/caption] The Inspire 3 will also get some improvements[/caption]People were not impressed with a new simplified design that became available last year.
But now the company is urging Fitbit owners to update their device to receive the latest features and improvements.
There are four models that are eligible and each will get different updates:
“We release updates to all customers in phases,” Google explained.
“If an update is available but you don’t get it, check the app again later.
“We recommend plugging your Fitbit device into the charger before starting an update.”
However, some users hit back online, saying they would rather have one old feature reinstated: challenges.
“Bring back challenges,” one person wrote on Reddit.
Another called for a dark mode to be introduced.
Here’s what you can expect to see on each model getting updates.
The Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 4 both receive the same upgrades, which are:
You can update your Fitbit at any time by ensuring your device is near your phone with the Fitbit app open.
Go to the Today tab, then find Device, where you should see your Fitbit model’s image.
Tap on the pink Update button.
If you don’t see it here, it means there is no update available to you at the moment.
Remember, updates are rolled out in phases so you will receive it at some point.