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The Fitbit Sense line is cooked because it was too good for Google (www.androidauthority.com)
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[–] sol@lemm.ee 12 points 1 day ago (2 children)

I haven't used it but the Bangle.js 2 looks almost perfect for a cheap, open/hackable GPS smartwatch. I'm always surprised I don't hear more about it. Leads me to believe it's not as good as it seems, but very interested to hear if anyone has real life experience of it.

Currently I just stick with my Garmin. I'd prefer something more open but it's good at what it does and pretty durable.

[–] photonic_sorcerer@lemmy.dbzer0.com 8 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I have one, it's not great but it's not terrible. The heart rate monitor leaves much to be desired and I've never gotten the GPS to work. It's pretty cool if you need a new project to sink some time into.

[–] Keineanung@lemmy.world 2 points 23 hours ago (1 children)

What's the tricky part about the GPS? I am considering buying it, but GPS would be essential.

[–] photonic_sorcerer@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 20 hours ago

Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes it just breaks and you need to reset the watch. When it does work, it takes forever to find a signal. That's been my experience, anyway.

[–] gac11@lemmy.world 1 points 17 hours ago

Can anyone comment on the Bangle.js 2 vs. the Pinetime?

I doubt I'd be customizing firmware in the Pinetime so I'm thinking Bangle.js might be a better option.

My use case is mostly around walking/running tracking and maybe heart rate checks. I don't think I really care about much integration with my phone