The hardware design of the fitbit air It’s pretty straightforward, but there are two features that aren’t particularly obvious until you start using the handheld device.
All the hardware is housed in what Google calls the “pebble.” (Note: This isn’t the first time Fitbit has used that name for the main component of its fitness trackers.)
Left Versus Right Edge
He left edge This pebble has a status light, with bands that present a hole to pass through. As such, there is specific guidance you should keep in mind when changing straps (emphasis added):
- Remove the device: Hold the outer edges of the band next to where the device is located.
- Take it out: Firmly push the top of the device to remove it from its current band.
- Change it: Press the device into your new bracelet until it clicks into place. Make sure small alignment marks on the band and the tracker align.
Firmly double tap the top of the tracker to confirm that you can see the LED light flashing.
- Note: If you do not see the LED light, you may need to repeat steps 1 to 3 and rotate the tracker on the bracelet, making sure to align the small alignment marks.
In addition to aiding alignment, that LED has four light patterns:
| light pattern | Description: The device is… |
|---|---|
| Pulsating white light | Charging. |
| Flashing red light | Run out of battery. |
| Fast flashing white light | Firmware update. |
| Steady red light | Running on critically low battery. |
Double-tapping “firmly” on the Fitbit Air activates the status light:
- White light: Your device is working and the battery level is between 20% and 100%.
- Red light: Your battery level is below 20%. Please charge your device soon.
- Without light: The device is turned off or without battery.
That gesture is also used to silence Smart Wake and the one-time alarms you set within the Google Health app.
Meanwhile, Fitbit Air demo units are now in all ten US Google Stores, including newest location which opened on Friday, which has led to size comparisons with Whoop. Google’s hardware is noticeably narrower.
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