Google has effectively confirmed the upcoming release of a new fitness tracker dubbed the “Fitbit Edge,” scheduling a formal reveal for October 12, 2026. The announcement follows previous leaks that detailed the device’s design and naming convention.
On Instagram and X, Google Health posted an image highlighting a side button on the wearable, accompanied by the caption: “Get an Edge on your health. 10.12.26.” The capitalization of “Edge” and the specific date suggest the company is finalizing plans to introduce the product later this month.
The new tracker is expected to occupy the middle ground in Google’s fitness portfolio, positioned between the screenless Fitbit Air launched earlier this year and the premium Pixel Watch 5. While the device was first spotted in Pixel 11 marketing materials in August, recent reports from Android Headlines and the French publication Dealabs have provided more comprehensive details regarding its features, battery life, and pricing.
According to these reports, the Fitbit Edge offers up to seven days of battery life with the always-on display turned off, dropping to two days when that feature is enabled. The device is anticipated to retail for approximately €179 in Europe, which translates to roughly $200 USD. Given that the Fitbit Air starts at $99 in the United States, a US price point closer to $180 is considered likely.
This release marks Google’s return to the mid-range fitness tracker market, with the last comparable device, the Fitbit Charge 6, debuting in 2023. The Fitbit Edge appears designed to serve as a natural upgrade from the entry-level Air while encouraging users to subscribe to Google Health Premium. Full specifications and availability details are expected to be unveiled on October 12.
I still miss the simplicity of the old trackers. Always-on displays are nice, but they kill battery life faster than expected.
Wait, did they confirm if this replaces the Charge line entirely? It feels like Google is consolidating the Fitbit brand too aggressively.
€179 sounds fair, but I hope the US price stays under two hundred bucks. The Fitbit Air was a great budget option.
Is this just a rebranded Charge 6 with new marketing? I will be very skeptical until they publish the full specs.
Seven days of battery life is actually impressive for a device with an always-on display. Finally, Google gets it right.