If you don't explicitly start recording one of those activities on the watch, you won't be able to see your statistics (such as distance) in real time. The Versa 2 can automatically record activities, such as walking, running and biking, but there are some caveats. I wore the Versa 2 for a little more than a week, and took it on several runs and a few walks. It would often take me a few tries to get Alexa to respond to a command. Using Alexa on the Versa 2 was a hit-and-miss affair. It was also nice not to have to say Alexa all the time. It would often take me a few tries to get Alexa to respond to a command the watch would stay on a screen that said 'thinking….' When it worked, though, it was handy for controlling my smart home lights, especially if I was in a room without an Alexa-powered smart speaker.

Although you don't need to have the Alexa app running on your smartphone, you do need to have the Fitbit app running (it can be in the background) and connected to your Alexa account. Other features, such as flash briefings and phone calls, are not supported.

You can use Alexa on the Versa 2 to look up the weather, control smart-home devices, set alarms and timers and start a Fitbit exercise. It's about the same size (1.6 inches square), which means it should fit well on most wrists.įitbit Versa 2 (Image credit: Tom's Guide) The bezel is smaller - Fitbit removed its name from the bottom bezel, so you see a bit more. The Versa 2 has the same rounded square look of its predecessor, with a few refinements. Fitbit Versa 2 review: DesignĪpple and Fitbit must be on to something, because consumers don't seem to mind the 'squircle' design of those companies' smartwatches. Here's how to sign up for the Fitbit Heart Study.

residents 22 years or older, is being conducted to determine how accurate its devices are in detecting atrial fibrillation, as the first step to receiving FDA approval.

Fitbit will also connect you with a doctor for a free consultation. If you own a Fitbit Versa 2 (or Inspire HR, Charge 3, Charge 4, Ionic, Versa, or Versa Lite), you can enroll in Fitbit's new heart study, and the company will notify you if your device detects an irregular heart rhythm that indicates AFib. MORE: Smartwatch buying guide Fitbit Heart study

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