Fitbit has unveiled the Fitbit Ace LTE, a smartwatch designed specifically for children aged 6 and above. This new offering caters to the growing trend of keeping children active and connected, all while providing parents with peace of mind.
The Fitbit Ace LTE boasts a design that is both durable and comfortable, able to withstand the active lifestyles of young children. The secure silicone band and swim-proof construction make it ideal for everything from playground sessions to poolside adventures. The display is bright and easy to read, even for smaller wrists.
The Ace LTE tracks all-day activity, including steps, active minutes, and calories burned. This allows kids to see their progress throughout the day, motivating them to stay active. To further encourage healthy habits, Fitbit incorporates fun virtual badges, animated clock faces, and personalized avatars that kids can unlock by achieving their activity goals.
What truly sets the Fitbit Ace LTE apart from other fitness trackers for kids is its calling and messaging features. Parents can approve trusted contacts who can then communicate directly with their child through the watch. This allows for safe and controlled communication, ensuring kids can stay connected with family members while parents maintain an element of control.
Safety remains a top priority with the Fitbit Ace LTE. The watch features GPS location tracking, allowing parents to see their child’s location on a map within the Fitbit app. Additionally, parents can set school time lockouts, disabling games and notifications during school hours while still allowing calls and messages in case of emergencies.
The Fitbit Ace LTE is equipped with an OLED display, making it easy for children to see their stats and activity data. The watch is also swimproof with a water resistance rating of 50 meters. On a single charge, the battery can last up to 16 hours. In terms of connectivity, the Fitbit Ace LTE boasts 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and GPS. It also includes an optical heart rate sensor, accelerometer, altimeter, magnetometer, ambient light sensor, and gyroscope for comprehensive activity tracking.
Pricing & Availability
The Fitbit Ace LTE is available for pre-order starting today, May 30th, 2024, and will officially go on sale on June 5th, 2024. The price is set at $229.95 USD. This translates to approximately RM1,080.26 Malaysian Ringgit and $255 USD.
The Fitbit Ace LTE also requires an “Ace Pass data plan” which will set you back about USD$9.90 (approx. RM46.95).
