Samsung Galaxy Fit 2 Might Finally Get A Successor After Three Years
The Galaxy Fit 3 is likely to launch later this year.
FCC reviews potential designs of proposed fitness trackers.
A device arriving at the FCC indicates that a launch is imminent.
It's been three years since the Samsung Galaxy Fit 2 was released in 2020. Since then, Samsung seems to have focused entirely on smartwatches, but a new certification now suggests that Samsung hasn't abandoned its smartwatch portfolio.
A new fitness tracker, believed to be the Galaxy Fit 3, recently received FCC certification (via SamMobile ). SamMobile reports that the device has the model number SM-R390 and the internal schematics suggest that it could be a fitness tracker.
The diagram suggests a heart rate sensor with a charging pin, which can be found in any other fitness tracker on the market today. Also, the rumored fitness tracker may have a larger form factor than the previous Galaxy Fit 2. This means we can expect a more informative screen for viewing games and metrics. The tracker will likely have an "action button" to navigate through the menu of the fitness tracker you want.
Aside from the FCC certification, little is known about Samsung's alleged fitness tracker. SamMobile has hinted that the Korean tech giant may offer a fitness tracker to replace Xiaomi's Smart Band 8 later this year.
Xiaomi is a leader in fitness trackers and also makes smart watches. The company recently announced the WearOS-powered Watch 2 Pro with Smart Band 8 for $40.
Since expensive smartwatches aren't for everyone, it seems like it's time for Samsung to step up their efforts and offer affordable fitness trackers. However, the timing is also interesting, as Samsung is rumored to be developing a Galaxy Ring for devices like the Oura Ring. It looks like Samsung is turning to fitness and expanding its portfolio.
