Fitbit Blaze now available for purchase

Fitbit Blaze fitness tracker now available for $199 USD — Fitbit Blaze

This fitness tracker that was unveiled back at CES is now shipping as previously announced, and those interested can purchase it for $199 USD.

Codrut Nistor, 03/01/2016

Although the wearable market is growing and constantly changing its shape, Fitbit managed to stay on top for a few years now. The company's smartwatch known as Fitbit Blaze was introduced back at CES and now, just as announced, the first units are shipping. Obviously, the pre-order period is now gone, and anyone interested in grabbing one can purchase it for the full retail price of $199 USD.

Fitbit Blaze has the following highlights:

sweat/rain/splash-proof design
optical heart rate monitor
altimeter
LCD color touchscreen
3-axis accelerometer
up to 5 days battery life
Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity
compatible with more than 200 Android, Windows, and iOS handsets
black, blue, plum color options

Fitbit Blaze does not feature a GPS module, using the connected smartphone to track its location. One possible drawback could be its proprietary OS, but considering the price, those focused on fitness more than smart connected features will probably consider it an interesting choice.