The Fitbit Ionic smartwatch was made official last month and now the company has announced the pricing and release date for the device.
Fitbit will launch their new Ionic smartwatch on the 1st of October 2017 and the device will retail for $299.95.
The company has also announced that they will be releasing their new Fitbit SDK from today, the 26th of September as a Developer Preview.
The Fitbit SDK, available tomorrow as a Developer Preview, includes the Fitbit OS Developer Beta Firmware for Ionic, the Fitbit Studio development environment, and resources developers need to quickly and easily build and share apps and clock faces with family, friends, or the large, global Fitbit community via the Fitbit App Gallery. In addition to the leading partner apps from Pandora, Starbucks Coffee Company, Strava and Weather, powered by AccuWeather, available on Ionic at launchiii, popular apps expected to be added to the App Gallery this Fall include adidas All Day, Flipboard, GAME GOLF, Nest and Surflineiv along with apps and clock faces created by the developer community.
Features and Specifications
The Fitbit Ionic is designed to be the ultimate health and fitness smartwatch. It comes with a range of features that cater to fitness enthusiasts and tech-savvy users alike. The device includes built-in GPS, heart rate monitoring, and water resistance up to 50 meters, making it suitable for swimming. Additionally, it offers personalized workouts, on-screen coaching, and sleep tracking to help users maintain a healthy lifestyle.
One of the standout features of the Ionic is its battery life. The smartwatch boasts a battery life of up to 4 days on a single charge, which is significantly longer than many of its competitors. This extended battery life ensures that users can track their activities and receive notifications without constantly worrying about recharging the device.
The Ionic also supports contactless payments through Fitbit Pay, allowing users to make purchases directly from their wrist. This feature is particularly useful for those who prefer to leave their wallets at home during workouts or runs.
Developer Opportunities
The release of the Fitbit SDK opens up a world of possibilities for developers. The SDK includes the Fitbit OS Developer Beta Firmware for Ionic, the Fitbit Studio development environment, and a range of resources to help developers create and share apps and clock faces. This initiative aims to foster a vibrant developer community that can contribute to the growing ecosystem of the Fitbit App Gallery.
At launch, the Ionic will feature leading partner apps from Pandora, Starbucks Coffee Company, Strava, and Weather powered by AccuWeather. However, the App Gallery is expected to expand significantly with the addition of popular apps such as adidas All Day, Flipboard, GAME GOLF, Nest, and Surfline. This expansion will provide users with a diverse range of apps to enhance their smartwatch experience.
The Fitbit SDK also encourages developers to create custom clock faces, allowing users to personalize their Ionic smartwatch to suit their style and preferences. This level of customization is a key selling point for the device, as it enables users to make their smartwatch truly their own.
You can find out more details about the new Fitbit Ionic smartwatch over at the company’s website at the link below.
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