One study found that the Fitbit Surge had the most accurate calories burned calculation among a group of similar devices, with an
error rate just over 25%
. The other similar devices tested had comparatively higher error rates – up to as much as 93%.
How long does the battery last on Fitbit Surge?
The Surge previously lasted only 5 hours with an active GPS signal and heart-rate sensor enabled. The update doubles battery life to
10 hours
, which is comparable to the Garmin Forerunner 225. Fitbit will also be adding a timer and stopwatch to the watch.
How old is the Fitbit Surge?
| Model Type Released | Charge Wristband 2014 | Charge HR Wristband 2015 | Surge Smart watch 2015 | Blaze Smart watch 2016 |
|---|
Why was Surge discontinued?
Surge was taken off the shelves in 2002 after
a new marketing effort failed and sales plummeted
. A pushback against highly-caffeinated drinks around this time — a few years shy of the energy drink breakthrough —may have also been a contributing factor.
What is the life expectancy of a Fitbit?
I have had six Fitbit devices. In my experience, and from what I'm reading, the average life expectancy of a device is
one year
.
Which is better Fitbit Surge or Blaze?
The Blaze is essentially a much more polished Fitbit Surge
, and certainly looks more like a smartwatch than a fitness band. It's slimmer and frankly much more chic than most Fitbits.
Can I swim with Fitbit Surge?
The Charge 2, HR and Blaze wristbands are rated as 1 ATM (or atmosphere), meaning they should be able to be submerged in water up to 10 metres in depth. The Fitbit Surge is rated at 5 ATM, so it theoretically can be submerged to 50m depths, but again Fitbit says
you shouldn't swim or even shower in it
.
Is the Fitbit Surge a smartwatch?
Fitbit describes the Surge has a superwatch, but that couldn't be further from the truth. While it can display call information and text messages when connected to an iPhone or Android phone, there's no support for email or third-party apps. Regardless what Fitbit says,
this isn't a smartwatch
.
Can you wear Fitbit Surge in shower?
Even though
it may be ok to shower with our water-resistant devices
, not doing so reduces the potential for exposure to soaps, shampoos, and conditioners, which can cause long-term damage to your device and may cause skin irritation. We also don't recommend wearing any of our devices in a hot tub or sauna.
Do Fitbit batteries wear out?
Battery life is the amount of time your Fitbit device runs after it's charged to 100%
. To maximize battery life, turn off or reduce your use of certain features. We're aware of a battery drain issue affecting some Charge 5 devices in which the built-in GPS chip may remain active after ending a GPS-enabled exercise.
What Fitbit replaced the Surge?
The Fitbit Surge has been superseded by
the all-new Ionic
and it's now pitted against many more serious fitness trackers.
Which fitness tracker is most accurate?
The
Fitbit Charge 5
is among the most accurate for measuring steps and heart rate (although accuracy isn't everything). It reliably detects, nearly always correctly identifies, and automatically begins to record workouts—running, walking, biking, swimming—after about 10 minutes of activity.
Does Fitbit Surge have altimeter?
Your tracker detects floors using an altimeter
, which is a sensor that calculates altitude based on atmospheric pressure. Atmospheric pressure decreases with increasing elevation, so the tracker calculates elevation gain based on the reduction in atmospheric pressure.
How big is a Fitbit Surge?
| Brand Fitbit | Compatible Devices Smartphones : smartphones|smart phones|android phones | Item Dimensions LxWxH 8.2 x 1.37 x 0.55 inches | Item Weight 0.17 Pounds | Battery Life 120 Hours |
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Is SURGE ever coming back?
SURGE is NOT discontinued
and is available at Burger King locations with Freestyle machines.
How much caffeine is SURGE?
The caffeine content of Surge was comparable to that of other citrus soft drinks in the American market during its time at
51 mg per 12 fl. oz serving
( 144 mg/L).
What color was SURGE?
Bright green
in color, SURGE was described as a “Fully Loaded Citrus Soda with Carbos,” meaning it boasted a blend of bold citrus flavors and maltodextrin (a less sweet carbohydrate), which when combined with its low carbonation, produced a bold yet smooth taste.
Is Garmin better than Fitbit?
Fitbit has more high profile apps while Garmin's app store front is a better fit for adding extra data fields for sports tracking
. On the music features front, the Garmin does offer offline playlist support for Spotify where the Fitbit just offers controls.
Can Fitbits be repaired?
Once again, in English, please?
Fitbit will replace or fix your tracker's regular wear-and-tear damage within one year of the date you purchased it
. This means that physical damage that happens because of you — like accidentally running over your Fitbit with a snowblower — won't be covered.
Why is my Fitbit battery draining so fast?
If you use the Fitbit app,
make sure All-Day Sync is turned off
. All-Day Sync increases battery drain on both your tracker and mobile device. To find the setting, open the app and tap or click the Account icon at the top of the screen tap or click Charge 2 to see your settings, then scroll down.
Is the Fitbit blaze outdated?
Although it has been a very popular product for us,
we've decided to discontinue selling Blaze on fitbit.com
. Please note that we'll continue to support Blaze from a software standpoint, along with any questions you might have during your use of the product.
Can I wear my Fitbit Luxe in the shower?
It's a step up from the greyscale OLED display that's typically featured on its trackers. In terms of durability, the Luxe is swim-proof up to 50 meters (5 ATM), so
you can wear it while swimming laps or in the shower
. With an IP68 certification, it can also be submerged in up to 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes.
How long does it take to charge a Fitbit Surge?
It takes
about an hour and a half
to recharge a Surge. What's infuriating is that Fitbit Surge uses a proprietary charger – one that's different from the two other recently released Fitbits.
What Fitbit is waterproof for swimming?
The
Fitbit Ace 2, Fitbit Versa, Fitbit Charge 3, Fitbit Inspire, and Fitbit Ionic
can be used at depths down to 50 meters. Just dry the thing off when you're out of the pool, lake, or ocean, as wetness can prevent it from properly checking your biometrics.
