Fitbit has made it clear: Only the Pixel Watch gets to be a “smart” watch

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority With a commendable balance of fitness features and everyday smarts, Fitbit’s smartwatches used to be regular fixtures on our best lists. Ever since Google took the reins, I’ve witnessed a slow unraveling. It didn’t take long for once-promising wearables to start feeling deliberately held back, and the reasoning is obvious. The Pixel Watch is the brand’s sole smartwatch focus. The recent removal of Google Assistant from Fitbit’s alternative lineups is just the latest sign. From the writing on the wall to the latest demotion Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Back in 2022, the Fitbit Versa 4 and Sense 2 landed just weeks ahead of the original Pixel Watch. I was excited to see a sequel to the Sense, which had long been my go-to recommendation for anyone interested in a reliable health companion and basic activity tracker. I was also eager to see a budget-friendly Versa 4. The Versa line historically provided a more affordable, slightly pared-down opt ... Read full article.