What you need to know
- Fitbit has just released the first major update to the Sense 2 & Versa 4.
- You can now make calls from your wrist with the microphone and speaker built in to the update.
- You can now cover the screen to turn it off.
Fitbit September saw the unveiling of Versa 4 (and Sense 2)There are a few capabilities that were missing at launch. However, the company’s first update to the wearable device fills these gaps.
This update is the first major for these devices. It contains a number of practical features, such as the ability take calls using the built in speaker and microphone.
As 9to5Google points out(Opens in a new tabThis feature was not available at the beginning, which was surprising considering that so many of the best Fitbit devicesIn the past, it was.
Fitbit has also made it easier to turn off your screen. You could only set a timeout and put your wrist down to turn off the screen before this update. This feature, which was not enabled by default, is now available in the settings menu. To cover the screen, use your hands.
This update brings the software version up to 1.184.52 and includes bug fixes as well as a few other improvements. It arrives in a matter of days. Google Wallet was introducedThe Fitbit Sense 2 Versa 4. It was not surprising, considering that the smartwatches were expected to have support for Google apps, such as Google Maps navigation.
These enhancements are a major step forward in smart functionality of the wearable devices, making them an ideal companion to consumers who want to make calls or pay for their purchases right from their wrists. If you are willing to pay a premium, these smartwatches could be even more useful because they will integrate with Google’s ecosystem.
Fitbit Sense 2 Smartwatches are fitness tracking devices that use advanced sensors and algorithms to monitor your health. Google is making the Sense 2 even better with apps like Google Wallet or the soon-to be-released Google Maps.
