When was Fitbit invented? It was in 2007, the year the company was founded.
When was Fitbit invented?
Fitbit was founded in 2007 by James Park and Eric Friedman, according to official Google Fitbit help pages. These pages treat Fitbit as a product line that began that year. The first product, the Fitbit Tracker, was introduced in 2008 (or 2009 per FAQs). Fitbit Ultra (2012) added sleep tracking and stair climbing. Fitbit Flex (2013) monitored sleep patterns and provided vibrating notifications for calls and messages. Fitbit Blaze and Fitbit Versa smartwatches offered heart rate monitoring, GPS tracking, and music control. If you need the exact day or month of invention, that detail is not available from the official documentation gathered here.
What you need to use a Fitbit today
To set up and use a Fitbit today, you need a compatible phone or tablet with the Fitbit app installed. The app is available from the Apple App Store on iPhone and iPad, and from the Google Play Store on Android. Your device must use Bluetooth for setup and syncing. The specific operating system requirements vary by region: one official support page lists Apple iOS 16.4 or higher and Android 11 or higher, while another region page lists Apple iOS 15 and higher and Android 10 or higher.
Fitbit app compatibility and known issues
For app updates on iPhone, open the App Store, tap your profile picture, then check Available updates or Upcoming automatic updates for Fitbit app updates. On Android, open the Play Store, tap the menu icon, then tap My apps & games; if Fitbit has an update, it appears in Updates and you tap Update. Even if your phone meets the listed operating-system minimum, some devices have known compatibility problems. Google’s Fitbit help specifically lists the Huawei P8 Lite, Huawei P9 Lite, Xiaomi Mi 6, and Huawei P20 Lite as devices that often have issues. For further assistance, consult Fitbit support and ownership help resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fitbit founded?
Fitbit was founded in 2007.
What phone versions are supported for Fitbit?
Google’s Fitbit help pages list Apple iOS 16.4+ and Android 11+ on one page, and Apple iOS 15+ and Android 10+ on another region page. Always check the specific requirements for your region.
How do I update the Fitbit app on iPhone?
How do I update the Fitbit app on Android?
Open the Play Store, tap the menu icon, tap My apps & games, then tap Update if Fitbit appears in the Updates list.
Are there documented device compatibility problems?
Yes.
Can Fitbit devices be used for swimming?
Fitbit devices can be used for swimming; water resistance varies by model, with some fully submersible for swimming and diving.
