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technology1d ago
I walked 4,500 steps with the Fitbit Air vs Apple Watch SE 3
- Apple Watch SE 3 outperformed the Fitbit Air in overall walk-test accuracy for a 4,500-step trial.
- The Fitbit Air logged steps very close to the manual count but was slightly off by a small margin.
- Distance data across devices were similar, with the Air aligning more closely to the control in this test.
- Air's climb data was less reliable compared with Strava and SE 3 measurements.
- Even at a higher price, the SE 3 offered broader features and more reliable metrics than the Fitbit Air in this test.
- Manual counting was used as the primary control to gauge accuracy during the walk test.
- Strava data served as a reference distance metric in the walk test.
- The Fitbit Air is marketed as a screen-free, distraction-free fitness tracker.
- Apple Watch SE 3 provides onboard GPS and extensive smartwatch features.
- Test context notes temperature and conditions, which can affect sensor accuracy.
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