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Vibration Alarm

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‎10-19-2017 13:55

‎10-19-2017 13:55

How does the vibration alarm strength on the "Ionic" compare to the vibration strength on the older "Charge HR"? I currently own the Charge HR and I rely on the alarm feature and it's great. I'm thinking about upgrading to the Ionic, just wondering how the alarm compares. Thanks!

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‎10-19-2017 14:58

‎10-19-2017 14:58

It's been so long since I've used the charge hr, so I'm no help in comparing.  But the ionic has a normal and stong option for vibration strength.  I feel like the strong is pretty strong. 

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‎10-19-2017 15:17

In response to Spookly

‎10-19-2017 15:17

Yup Ionic has normal and strong it's just a pity we can't change the duration.

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‎10-19-2017 17:25

In response to SunsetRunner

‎10-19-2017 17:25

If it's as powerful as the Charge HR I currently have, a longer duration wouldn't be necessary. If it's a weaker vibration, then longer would be better.


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‎10-19-2017 21:07 - edited ‎10-19-2017 21:10

In response to bainkel

‎10-19-2017 21:07 - edited ‎10-19-2017 21:10

@bainkel wrote:
If it's as powerful as the Charge HR I currently have, a longer duration wouldn't be necessary. If it's a weaker vibration, then longer would be better.

Sure you can represent your opinion, but your opinion is not mine. Both strength and duration  parameters are absolutely necessary. Everybody is different and that should be catered for. If they don't need to change the parameters then lucky them!

 

I need strong and long. Perhaps it could even send an electric shock 😉

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‎10-20-2017 03:47

In response to SunsetRunner

‎10-20-2017 03:47

Yes you are definitely correct! I was just stating my personal experience with my Charge HR. I'm still wondering if the Ionic is as strong as the Charge HR. I would love to hear a comparison from someone who has (or had recently) both. Thanks.


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‎11-07-2017 17:20

In response to bainkel

‎11-07-2017 17:20

I had a Charge HR very pleased with vibrations fantastic. Band fell apart. Bought Charge 2. Very very faint vibration. Not happy took back. Yesterday bought Ionic yes I know there are two settings mine is on Strong and I can’t feel it. Getting very unhappy wit FITBIT

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‎12-13-2017 06:07 - edited ‎12-13-2017 06:10

In response to Sunsetrunner154

‎12-13-2017 06:07 - edited ‎12-13-2017 06:10

I use the vibrating notifications for my Fitbit regularly and am currently searching for an alternative “smart watch” that combines a decent battery with a strong vibration so I can use it for sleep.

 

I’ve heard mixed reviews about the vibrating alarm on various Fitbit products after the Charge-HR.  Some people claim the Ionic is close enough when set on strong.

 

As much as I hate to suggest it, would it be a good idea to “stock up” on extra Charge HRs? There are still a fair number available (through third parties). It might even be possible to get a square-trade warranty on them.

 

Currently, I’m wearing my third Ch-HR. My first is toast, but I stopped using my second one before it was beyond the simple repair.

 

My current plan is to grab a few Ch-HR while I still can (on the cheap) and hope a decent replacement comes along before they die as well.

 

While I like certain aspects of Fitbit tracking, I’m perfectly happy switching to another brand if that makes the most sense for my needs.

 

Hope this helps. 

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‎12-15-2017 02:16

In response to Kermit-The-Frog

‎12-15-2017 02:16

OK, well I’m going to chip in on this now, mainly because I’ve just slept through the alarm two days running now.

 

The vibration has has definitely been nerfed and I cannot feel any difference between the strong and normal settings. It used to wake me but one of the recent updates has taken away the vibration strength and now it’s of no use at all. Thinking about it, I hardly notice notifications anymore either.

 

So please Fitbit, increase the vibration intensity.

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‎12-15-2017 04:27

In response to SunsetRunner

‎12-15-2017 04:27

@SunsetRunner wrote:

OK, well I’m going to chip in on this now, mainly because I’ve just slept through the alarm two days running now.

 

The vibration has has definitely been nerfed and I cannot feel any difference between the strong and normal settings. It used to wake me but one of the recent updates has taken away the vibration strength and now it’s of no use at all. Thinking about it, I hardly notice notifications anymore either.

 

So please Fitbit, increase the vibration intensity.

Yup we need control of the duration of the vibration. Control over vibration patterns would be good as it was well.

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‎12-15-2017 09:10

In response to SunsetRunner

‎12-15-2017 09:10

What makes me laugh, when I reach a certain number of steps the thing vibrates and it displays fireworks, it def gets my attention!! When I really don't need it (will turn it off).

 

Then then alarm and notifications.. meh..

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‎12-15-2017 16:52

‎12-15-2017 16:52

Just upgraded from the Charge HR to the Ionic.  The vibration from my Charge HR was great.  Used it daily to wake up in the morning.  Unfortunately, the vibration from the Ionic is barely felt.  Changing from Normal to Strong makes no difference.  I called customer service, and they told me this is the way the Ionic works.  Doesn't make sense to me so I will be returning it.

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‎01-02-2018 06:05

In response to BNHicks

‎01-02-2018 06:05

This was one of the key features that I was hoping to use with a smartwatch.   After one night, the silent alarm of the Ionic failed to wake me with the vibration intensity set to "Strong".  Back it goes....

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‎01-22-2018 01:20

‎01-22-2018 01:20

I had the surge for 2 years till it died. The vibration alarm woke me without fail, constant pulse.

dont get me wrong love the ionic but if I had to pick on one thing the vibration alarm even in strong has failed to wake me three times in a week since using it. Not happy as I was late for work 😞

surly something easily fixed with an update Fitbit. Please....

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‎02-12-2018 03:51

‎02-12-2018 03:51

Just moved from the Charge2 to the Ionic last week.  The Charge 2 alarm had a good vibration which worked well. The Ionic alarm NEVER vibrates at all...went to the trouble page and did the Stopwatch test...it started but did not vibrate.  Vibtation setting is for "strong" but never vibrates. Just sent an email to Support, so will see what they say. 

 

Right now, it looks like my new Ionic shipped with a dead vibration motor, so most like will be going back for an exchange. 

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‎02-12-2018 07:00

‎02-12-2018 07:00

Like others have said the duration of the vibrating alarm needs to be longer. 

 

Fitbit devs please incorporate that into the next firmware or app update.

 

Thanks

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‎02-12-2018 07:47

In response to conflict0102

‎02-12-2018 07:47

My problem is there is Zero vibration. None. At all. Ever. It is as though they forgot to include the vibration motor. 

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‎03-16-2018 12:34

In response to SunsetRunner

‎03-16-2018 12:34

I couldn't agree with you more. I can't feel my notifications at all, unless I hear my phone go off and then focus on my watch, very disappointed in this. My original charge hr was awesome 

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‎04-03-2018 19:31 - edited ‎04-03-2018 19:32

In response to Dannym31

‎04-03-2018 19:31 - edited ‎04-03-2018 19:32

Return it if you still could.

 

Fitbit is not going to fix the vibration related issue.  It was reported and discussed on the forum for years and no action was done.

 

And now, they simple locked the thread related to vibration related issue which contained 2 years of feedback and users' frustration.

 

Thread : Charge 2 Vibration Strength

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‎04-04-2018 03:43

In response to Mokets

‎04-04-2018 03:43

Never had a problem with the Charge 2 vibration...handed that down to a family member when I bought the Ionic. It's weird...after one update the vibrarion work for awhile, then it stopped working again (I think after another update). So it seems to be a software issue.

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