The Ionic Adidas Edition is Fitbit’s answer to the Apple Watch Nike+

Enlarge (credit: Fitbit) Those previously on the fence about getting a Fitbit Ionic smartwatch now have a new model to consider. Fitbit revealed its device collaboration with Adidas today—the Ionic Adidas Edition is a spiced-up Ionic smartwatch featuring an Adidas-made watch face, special wristbands, and the Adidas Train app for runners. Similar to the Apple […]

Period time? Femtech app Clue launches on Fitbit’s Ionic smartwatch

Period-tracking app Clue announced today that it is launching on Fitbit’s Ionic smartwatch, thereby allowing women to track their period, PMS symptoms, sexual activity, energy, and fertility windows directly from their wrists. “The new Clue app on Ionic is the next step in giving users the ability to connect their workout with their cycle,” wrote Clue cofounder […]

Fitbit Ionic review: Good fitness tracker, passable smartwatch

Fitbit’s first real smartwatch was the worst kept secret in tech. After months of rumors, leaks and the acquisition of smartwatch pioneer Pebble that all but revealed the company’s intentions, Fitbit presented the Ionic to the world. It was a promising debut, featuring a shiny new operating system built with Pebble’s expertise. The company also […]

Fitbit Ionic review: A basic smartwatch with amazing battery life

REVIEW: Fitbit’s first smartwatch, the Fitbit Ionic, goes on sale today for $ 299.95. I’ve been testing the watch over the past two weeks and while that’s not enough for an extensive review, my interest is definitely piqued. But first, it’s worth noting that Fitbit has a lot riding on the Ionic. While the company […]

Fitbit Ionic review: Meet the $300 fitness-focused smartwatch

Enlarge (credit: Valentina Palladino) Fitbit has a lot riding on its new $ 300 Ionic smartwatch. Analyst reports suggest the smartwatch category will continue to grow over the next few years, and Apple and Google already have well-established devices and operating systems. Being one of the top players in the wearables game, Fitbit is unlikely […]