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I'm looking for a completely waterproof tracker with all of the features (sleep, heart rate, steps, stairs, miles, calories, reminder to move, phone alerts, clock with date, etc) all in one. When?? Please make this your next release!!!!!
How terribly disappointing.. So much of my training is in the pool or transitioning from pool to bike to running, so i can't measure/track it. The lack of ability in this instance is the only reason for me not purchasing a wearable. I won't purchase any other wearable as each one has so little of the functionality which I require, which the Surge has, except it's not waterproof, FITBIT PLEASE FIX!!!
I could forego the altimeter for the waterproofing, or better still a waterproof casing of some kind. This would allow waterproofing while it is enclosed, you may not have the altimeter, but for the sake of tracking swimming, that's a pill I could swallow...
Yes - waterproof FitBit device is needed! I do not want to buy a Garmin for water activites because I already have all tracking / loggin data in FitBit
Agreed, I work in Law Enforcement which requires me to carry a lot of things which is why I waited for a more watch like fitbit (Charge HR) to replace my existing watch. However 2 months in and I'm not sure my fitbit days last much longer as it has taken numerous impacts and is feeling structurally weak.
I wear a charge, and I've had it for few months, I've forgotten to take it off many times while having a bath, but it still works ok. So perhaps it's more waterproof than you're thinking it is
I LOVE my fitbit, but need a more accurate calorie count. Heart rate monitors are wonderful but not super accurate on your wrist. Also I am big busted and chest straps never work for me. I had an arm band (body media plus) and it worked but was bulky so sometimes I wanted to switch for something more discreet. Maybe you can make a hrm watch that I can use all day for continous hrm calorie counting but with an optional arm band hrm for others to use during vigorous acitivies. Also I like hot yoga and know I burn tons of calories in there. So these devices NEED to be WATERPROOF. I also love the water so this is a must.
A waterproof Fitbit would be perfect. I'd love to use just 1 device that I don't even have to take off. At the moment I use my fitbit for most of the day (about to upgrade to surge but will hold off) and then when I swim, I have to take it off and put on my old Polar with a heart rate strap around my chest which is a massive pain and irritates my skin.
A waterproof Fitbit would be perfect. I'd love to use just 1 device that I don't even have to take off. At the moment I use my fitbit for most of the day (was going to upgrade but will hold off till a waterproof one exists) and then when I swim, I have to take it off and put on my old Polar with a heart rate strap around my chest which is a massive pain and irritates my skin.
I'd love to use just 1 device that I don't even have to take off.
At the moment I use my fitbit for most of the day (about to upgrade to surge but will hold off) and then when I swim, I have to take it off and put on my old Polar with a heart rate strap around my chest which is a massive pain and irritates my skin.
Just 1 device that would incorporate
-HR
- Steps
- Calories
- Exercise
- Watch
- Sleep
that I could wear swimming could mean that I would never need another device apart from upgrading to a newer model that would have more features. (such as smart watch capabilities/linking to ipod etc)
Would like to see a waterproof Charge HR. Does not have to be for scuba diving depths. Just something you can wear swimming, kayaking, and canoeing. 15 or 30 feet would be a satisfactory depth that would cover a multiple of water sport activities.
Absolutely agree.I almost hit 'checkout' with the Charge HR - but thought to double check it's water proof. Shockingly it is not. So many people choose swimming as their primary exercise for a number of good reasons (or even aqua aerobics). Why is no Fitbit product waterproof. It's the single reason why I will NOT invest in a fitbit but go with something like the basis instead - it automatically registers WHICH exercise I'm doing and it's waterproof!
i wanted to be able to use the full use of HR and also to be able to track the true heart rate and calories for swimming. I go to the pool regularly and want to be able to purchase a HR to use everyday for all my activities including to be able to use it whilst swimming.
I lost my charge at the airport and am now out $129. Debating on whether to replace it with a charge hr with a better band. Fitbit needa 3 improvements. Replaceable band, better clasp and waterproof
They should make a waterproof version without an altimeter. The hole for the pressure sensor is the main obstacle to water use. Let the users choose between getting wet and counting stairs.
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