I still have my Force. It still works great and it now has caller ID. Once
the Charge came out, the software was changed for the Fitbit Force. I
started with the One, moved to the Flex, then got the Force. Have had it
now for over 2 years. Never had a problem with rashes, and I wear a size
small. I think people were putting them on too tight and sweat was getting
underneath causing the irritation (what I have read from other blogs,
posts, reviews, etc.). As much as I love my Fitbit Force, as soon as the
Apple watch comes out, it will be my new fitness toy.?
At (8:34) it appears that the watch automatically went back to the home
screen after idle for a min, is that true? I saw another review where
someone was saying you have to manually get yourself back to the “clock”
setting when done?
This is a update:
Got in touch with FitBit about my order. I ask about the status of my order
and was told that they did received my order on the 9th of Jan. But the
order was backed log. Posibly due to the fact that it is the latest of the
two items that suppose to be released early of 2015. Both bands that has
the HR onit one even has the gps built in (surge).
They have not charge my card yet yet till the item I order is shipped. So I
am comfortable and will be patient by waiting till it is shipped and the
tracking orer will be emailed once the surge leave the warehouse.?
what are all the different exercises can the fitbit surge track ? for
example running and spinning. but can it track things like cross trainer
and stuff.
What i am trying to say is what are ALL the activity’s it can track
accurately. ?
I got a better idea!
Why not do a review on fitbit customer service and support?
Because I placed an order for a fitbit surge on Jan 9th. I even paid for
the 2 to 3 day delivery.
Well almost aweek later, I have not yet received my surge. And worst yet!
I sent them an email about tracking my order. But got nothing in response
ecept will take 24 to 48 hours to respond.
Guess what! It’s 72 hours. Still no response from fitbit.
I starting to believe that customer support doesn’t care at all. Guess I
shpuld try calling them next and see what happens next.
Will return with the results of the their telephonic responses. If they
exist.?
the backlight works on mine but i jus got it the beginning of this month
(feb 2015) and there were updates that immediately needed to be downloaded.
I also switched the backlight to “on” instead of auto.?
Good review- Keep in mind that the backlight will only activate under low
light setting when set to auto. Try setting your backlight to “ON” in the
settings menu and swiping. That will guarantee the backlight is active. If
it still doesn’t work I would email for a replacement. Cheers!?
Excuse me? I am not a liar. I had a Flex and it lasted only 10 weeks. Go to
the Flex forum and Amazon and other forums and see the amount of reviews
about it’s charging problems. Even a user, Craig, created a video on Howe
to thoroughly clean it. The best results have come when you do do before
every single charge. Do don’t come saying I am a liar when it’s from my own
personal experience with the Flex. I respect your personal experience, if
you own one for more than a year, and you respect mine. Have a nice day.?
Very good review!Can you tell me what connection is needed for caller ID
application, bluetooth or wirelless?I am asking you because i am using
handsfree bluetooth sony SBH50 and i beleive that i can’t use both of them
with bluetooth connection.
Finally i want to ask you if pedometer be good for my tennis sport!Thank
you!!?
I also had a major issue with mine when I received it – the left button
acted like it was being pressed when it was not. Even just pressing the
button once or barely even touching it would activate music mode several
times (which you normally get to by double pressing the button). I was
about to return it, but decided to spend a couple minutes pressing the
button (gently, not hard) to break it in. It’s worked fine since.
However, even a $10 watch lets you set alarms on the watch, and have a
stopwatch. For a $250 fitness watch to not have a stopwatch is a bit
ridiculous. Hope you get the backlight issues sorted out!?
Good review. I plan to get both a Fitbit Surge and Apple Watch. I think
Surge might prove best in tracking and recording of various fitness
activities. But I am sure that the color screen, build quality, software
and service life will be in Apple’s favor. With their track record, I can’t
dismiss Apple just yet.
But Fitbit would be wise to mend fences with Apple and add HealthKit
integration so they can get added back into the Apple Store. I think Surge
would be a good alternative to those who don’t want to pay more money for
the pricier Apple smart watch. By not being in the Apple store, iPhone
customers passing up the Apple’s watch might opt for an UP3 from Jawbone
who is happily integrating with HealthKit.?
Looks good. Wonder how it works against the Pebble which I would replace,
although I know there completely different. So now Surge vs. Charge HR vs.
UP3?
@pelahale: Based on your review, I got the impression that you liked the
Fitbit Surge very much. So why would you return it for a refund instead of
exchanging it for new one with a functioning backlight??
I still have my Force. It still works great and it now has caller ID. Once
the Charge came out, the software was changed for the Fitbit Force. I
started with the One, moved to the Flex, then got the Force. Have had it
now for over 2 years. Never had a problem with rashes, and I wear a size
small. I think people were putting them on too tight and sweat was getting
underneath causing the irritation (what I have read from other blogs,
posts, reviews, etc.). As much as I love my Fitbit Force, as soon as the
Apple watch comes out, it will be my new fitness toy.?
At (8:34) it appears that the watch automatically went back to the home
screen after idle for a min, is that true? I saw another review where
someone was saying you have to manually get yourself back to the “clock”
setting when done?
This is a update:
Got in touch with FitBit about my order. I ask about the status of my order
and was told that they did received my order on the 9th of Jan. But the
order was backed log. Posibly due to the fact that it is the latest of the
two items that suppose to be released early of 2015. Both bands that has
the HR onit one even has the gps built in (surge).
They have not charge my card yet yet till the item I order is shipped. So I
am comfortable and will be patient by waiting till it is shipped and the
tracking orer will be emailed once the surge leave the warehouse.?
Ever wore the devices on the inside wrist closer to the actual pulsing vein
for more accurate reading????
Hmmmm….looks like a good Christmas gift idea!?
what are all the different exercises can the fitbit surge track ? for
example running and spinning. but can it track things like cross trainer
and stuff.
What i am trying to say is what are ALL the activity’s it can track
accurately. ?
I got a better idea!
Why not do a review on fitbit customer service and support?
Because I placed an order for a fitbit surge on Jan 9th. I even paid for
the 2 to 3 day delivery.
Well almost aweek later, I have not yet received my surge. And worst yet!
I sent them an email about tracking my order. But got nothing in response
ecept will take 24 to 48 hours to respond.
Guess what! It’s 72 hours. Still no response from fitbit.
I starting to believe that customer support doesn’t care at all. Guess I
shpuld try calling them next and see what happens next.
Will return with the results of the their telephonic responses. If they
exist.?
the backlight works on mine but i jus got it the beginning of this month
(feb 2015) and there were updates that immediately needed to be downloaded.
I also switched the backlight to “on” instead of auto.?
Good review- Keep in mind that the backlight will only activate under low
light setting when set to auto. Try setting your backlight to “ON” in the
settings menu and swiping. That will guarantee the backlight is active. If
it still doesn’t work I would email for a replacement. Cheers!?
Tapping the screen makes the backlight come on when you have it on auto.?
Excuse me? I am not a liar. I had a Flex and it lasted only 10 weeks. Go to
the Flex forum and Amazon and other forums and see the amount of reviews
about it’s charging problems. Even a user, Craig, created a video on Howe
to thoroughly clean it. The best results have come when you do do before
every single charge. Do don’t come saying I am a liar when it’s from my own
personal experience with the Flex. I respect your personal experience, if
you own one for more than a year, and you respect mine. Have a nice day.?
Does the Surge stay on and show the time ALL THE TIME??
Very good review!Can you tell me what connection is needed for caller ID
application, bluetooth or wirelless?I am asking you because i am using
handsfree bluetooth sony SBH50 and i beleive that i can’t use both of them
with bluetooth connection.
Finally i want to ask you if pedometer be good for my tennis sport!Thank
you!!?
I also had a major issue with mine when I received it – the left button
acted like it was being pressed when it was not. Even just pressing the
button once or barely even touching it would activate music mode several
times (which you normally get to by double pressing the button). I was
about to return it, but decided to spend a couple minutes pressing the
button (gently, not hard) to break it in. It’s worked fine since.
However, even a $10 watch lets you set alarms on the watch, and have a
stopwatch. For a $250 fitness watch to not have a stopwatch is a bit
ridiculous. Hope you get the backlight issues sorted out!?
Can this device track cycling??
The surge does have a backlight, switch it from “auto” to “on” then then
ever you push the button on the left the backlight will turn on. ?
Good review. I plan to get both a Fitbit Surge and Apple Watch. I think
Surge might prove best in tracking and recording of various fitness
activities. But I am sure that the color screen, build quality, software
and service life will be in Apple’s favor. With their track record, I can’t
dismiss Apple just yet.
But Fitbit would be wise to mend fences with Apple and add HealthKit
integration so they can get added back into the Apple Store. I think Surge
would be a good alternative to those who don’t want to pay more money for
the pricier Apple smart watch. By not being in the Apple store, iPhone
customers passing up the Apple’s watch might opt for an UP3 from Jawbone
who is happily integrating with HealthKit.?
Looks good. Wonder how it works against the Pebble which I would replace,
although I know there completely different. So now Surge vs. Charge HR vs.
UP3?
Does this work for tracking snowBoarding??
What computer can you use??
My back light works, but I couldn’t get the screen swiping to turn on. I
have to use the right button to get the option to change though.?
Thanks for the review. One question, please: while exercising, what is the
HR accuracy, compared to the Polar chest strap??
Great review. Thanks for taking the time and sharing your feedback. ?
@pelahale: Based on your review, I got the impression that you liked the
Fitbit Surge very much. So why would you return it for a refund instead of
exchanging it for new one with a functioning backlight??
Great information, but £199 for it. It is just wasting your money.?