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Allow persistent permission for Heart Rate Sharing on Charge 6 (remove repeated prompts)

Status: New Submitted by on ‎01-13-2026 14:55
2 Comments (2 New)
The Charge 6 now asks for confirmation every time my phone or an app requests heart‑rate data via Bluetooth. Earlier firmware allowed this to happen automatically with a persistent permission. The new behaviour interrupts normal use and breaks the seamless HR sharing the device previously offered.
This is needed because:
The repeated prompts disrupt workouts and reduce usability. This change is a regression from how the Charge 6 originally worked. Allowing users to enable a persistent permission for trusted apps would restore the previous experience and align with standard Bluetooth HR sharing behaviour.
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josephjames8
First Steps
‎01-17-2026 04:07
‎01-17-2026 04:07

Totally agree having to confirm every time really breaks the flow, especially during workouts. A persistent permission option for trusted apps would be a big usability win, much like how a Download free earning game works best when it runs smoothly without constant interruptions.

vivaanjohn91
First Steps
‎01-17-2026 15:58
‎01-17-2026 15:58

I agree repeated permission prompts really hurt the user experience, especially during workouts where continuity matters. A persistent option for trusted apps would make the device far more practical, particularly for people who rely on smooth data sharing for tracking progress or even free online earning  activities tied to fitness platforms.

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