Fitbit released the Charge 5 in India in August 2021. The fitness band has now received a new update that adds an important feature previously exclusive to the company’s range of smartwatches. According to a report by 9toGoogle, Fitbit has widely implemented the “Find My Phone” feature, which may well be the only additional feature spotted in the new update, version 1,171.50 (from 1,149. 11). The report mentions that the product does not receive new watch faces nor the Guided Breathing Relax app. However, the new update includes Scan EDA Reports suggest that helps measure the body’s response to stress.
Key requirements for the “Find My Phone” feature
The report also mentioned some key requirements needed for the “Find My Phone” feature to work Fitbit Charge 5. First, the wearable must be paired with the phone you want to locate, and the handset must be turned on, Bluetooth enabled, and within 30 feet (10m) of the Fitbit device. Furthermore, the phone also needs to have the Fitbit app running in the background.
How does the feature work?
According to the report, you can find the new feature “between Screen Wake and Water lock when swiping down from the watch face. ” Tapping the icon opens an app with an option to “Find My Phone”, which when pressed will emit a loud beep on the paired device. The user then gets a “Cancel” button to stop the tone.
Previously, this feature was available on Sense, Versa 3 and other Fitbit smartwatches. The report also says that the latest update is expected to also include fixes for phone connectivity issues that “some owners have experienced with wearables.” However, the company The release announcement has not yet been announced.
Also read: Fitbit recalled 1 million smartwatches over burn injury concerns. Click here to know more about eligible devices and how to get a refund
Key requirements for the “Find My Phone” feature
The report also mentioned some key requirements needed for the “Find My Phone” feature to work Fitbit Charge 5. First, the wearable must be paired with the phone you want to locate, and the handset must be turned on, Bluetooth enabled, and within 30 feet (10m) of the Fitbit device. Furthermore, the phone also needs to have the Fitbit app running in the background.
How does the feature work?
According to the report, you can find the new feature “between Screen Wake and Water lock when swiping down from the watch face. ” Tapping the icon opens an app with an option to “Find My Phone”, which when pressed will emit a loud beep on the paired device. The user then gets a “Cancel” button to stop the tone.
Previously, this feature was available on Sense, Versa 3 and other Fitbit smartwatches. The report also says that the latest update is expected to also include fixes for phone connectivity issues that “some owners have experienced with wearables.” However, the company The release announcement has not yet been announced.
Also read: Fitbit recalled 1 million smartwatches over burn injury concerns. Click here to know more about eligible devices and how to get a refund
