Fitbit Versa 2 with Amazon Alexa and Always-On Display mode coming soon

Fitbit announced today the Versa 2 smartwatch featuring Always-On Display mode, NFC and Amazon Alexa voice assistant for voice commands. The health and fitness watch comes with more advanced features as compared to other Versa family watches and will give a tough competition to the Apple Watch.

The Fitbit Versa 2 boasts a hi-res color AMOLED touchscreen which is larger than its predecessor and is water-resistant upto to 50 meters. Just like other smartwatches, it automatically recognizes and records all-day activity including steps, distance, hourly activity, active minutes and other activities and comes with a battery life of 5+ days.

New features include Amazon Alexa that lets you ask questions, get on-screen answers, set timers, voice-control smart home devices and much more. Second is the Sleep Score, a personalized score based on heart rate, time asleep and restlessness that helps you better understand your sleep quality each night. As already mentioned. the third feature is the Always-On Display mode that lets you see real-time exercise stats, battery life with just a glance without having the need to tap on the screen. Another addition is the Sleep Mode to reduce interruptions from the smartwatch during a set time. This mode disables quick-view display and notifications. 

Fitbit Versa 2 / Image Credit: Fitbit

It offers more than 15 exercise modes like running, swimming, yoga to name a few. Female users can use the smartwatch and the Fitbit app to log period, record symptoms and compare menstrual cycle against other health stats like sleep, activity, and weight. The activity data syncs automatically and wirelessly to computers and 200+ leading iOS and Android devices using Bluetooth LE wireless technology. Like its predecessor, the smartwatch still lacks a built-in GPS.

The Fitbit Versa 2 comes in a slim, comfortable design with a lightweight, flexible and durable silicone band. It has five color options and is available for pre-booking for USD 199.95 and USD 229.95 for the special edition, in select markets only and will go on sale on 15 September.

Fitbit Versa 2 (Special Edition) / Image Credit: Fitbit