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To make sure your Fitbit Tracker is charging look for the following signs: Did you feel the Vibration when plugged in, is the LED indicator (if there is one) lighting up, can you see the charge sign on the battery, did you get a notification.
“I Can Never Tell If My Fitbit Is Charging Or Not”
So what is the problem?
“How can I tell if my Charge 2 is charging?”
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I’m no stranger to the feeling of being stumped in face of a gadget, wearable, phone, you name it. It happens with everyone, and it is normal, and it’s alright. What is not alright is to not try to understand the root cause of the issue. If you are holding your Fitbit tracker and it is plugged to a charger and you can’t figure out weather its charging or not, because all you are seeing is black screen, it is fine. It is not end of the world. Yes, in worst case scenario reason for black screen could be something more ominous, for now let’s be hopeful.
What To Do To Make Sure Fitbit Is Charging!
For sure, in order to find out if your Fitbit is charging or not, you’d need to plug it. As stated above I am not going to focus on any particular model or series thus it’d be futile to go into how to plug your Fitbit to a charger considering the variation. However, I do have some tips to share, that can make sure you have done everything right on your part.
- Although there are ways to charge your Fitbit without charger it would always be recommendable to use the charger that came with your Fitbit device.
- Once the device is fully charged, unplug the charger.
- Make sure to keep any metal objects such as jewelry away from your device while it is charging.
- To increase the battery life of your device, try reducing the use of certain features. Many times people have lots of background tasks running which in turns leads to poor battery performance. Our suggestion is to lower the brightness and put on DND mode.
- Keep the charging connections on the device and the pins on the charger clean and clear of any debris.
- You can set up notifications or emails to be sent to you when your device’s battery is running low.
- For optimal results, do not leave your device connected to the charger for longer than one night.
What To Look For After Plugging In Fitbit?
Once you would have plugged your Fitbit power supply, you should check for the following. A strong notice: Not everything that is written here would apply to you, Fitbit Versa and Sense series doesn’t have LED indicators. Earlier Fitbit models didn’t have notification functionality. Below mentioned are possible cases, not written in stone methods that are obligation.
Fitbit Will Vibrate
First thing that can be a sign as well as assurance your Fitbit is charging is vibration your health tracker would give upon successful connection with charger. Yes, with times your health tracker could lose the ability to do so, it doesn’t happen quite often. If you are using Fitbit tracker that has a vibrating motor, chances are it will let you know.
Check For LED On The Fitbit Tracker
While not many Fitbit trackers have LED indicator on them, those who do, you can always look at them to get a better picture of your tracker status.
For example Fitbit Flyer have LEDs that change color with battery level of device.
- White Light – 50 to 100%
- Red Light – Below 20%
- Flashing Red Light – Below 10%
Yes I remember I said I won’t talk about particular device. I am sorry.
Peek The Battery Icon On Fitbit
This right here, works for pretty much every Fitbit device there is, maybe with exception of one or two. All you need to do is go to Fitbit application and click on Today tab. From there depending on the device you are using you can check see battery level of your Fitbit at the time.
Here are possible cases:
- To check the battery level, either tap it twice or press the button. The battery level will be displayed for a short period of time before disappearing.
- To view the current battery level, swipe down from the clock face on your device. The battery level will appear at the bottom of the screen.
- Press and hold the button on your device to see the battery level on the quick settings screen.
- The battery icon in the top left of your device’s screen shows the remaining battery life as of the last sync.
- Turn on the battery menu item in the Fitbit app and battery icon will appear on screen.
Notifications Are Important
While it might not be available in every Fitbit model, you can turn on push notifications for battery too. Which not only would keep you updated about your Fitbit device, but make sure you put health tracker for charge on time.
You can turn on the notifications from the Fitbit application on your smartphone or fitbit.com using the personalized dashboard.
Use Fitbit Mobile Application
Another method to confirm weather your Fitbit is charging or not is to use Fitbit application on your mobile phone to check the tracker status.
If you have Fitbit it would be obvious you’d be using its Fitbit application on phone, not only is it necessary for onboarding the device. With synced up connection between smartphone and smartwatch, you can avail many other features too – primarily handling calls and text.
How Long Does Fitbit Take To Charge?
Usually it takes 90 minutes for modern Fitbit smartwatches to go from 0% to 100%. But this time could vary depending on the age and condition of the tracker. More so if it is a refurbished Fitbit model.
Although, it has been noted that earlier Fitbit models, the likes of Fitbit Classic and Fitbit One were way better in terms of charging time than what we have got now.
“But How Do I Know When My Fitbit Needs Charging”
They are many ways through which you can find out your Fitbit needs charging. The most obvious of which is that your Fitbit tracker will shut down. Just like any smart device all Fitbit (except Fitbit Zip – now discontinued) runs on rechargeable batteries. So when it hits the 0% the resultant outcome is always the same: A Dead Screen.
Another way to tell if Fitbit needs to get charged is by either looking at the battery from the Fitbit Mobile application, or using the tracker itself. Each Fitbit tracker has battery icon right at the top for keeping you updated.
When Is The Best Time To Charge My Fitbit?
While there is no one right time which can be said to be the best among all, many believes that best time to charge a Fitbit is when it needs it and you don’t need it. To clarify the statement further think about this: You are going to a party and you want to wear your Tissot watch. Right now, at this very moment, what you should do is take off your Fitbit and put it up for charge.
So when you will get back you will have 100% charged Fitbit tracker waiting for you.
How Can I know My Fitbit Is Charged
Well this one is easy: Your Fitbit will let you know with a green Battery icon as well as notification that it has been completely charged and you can switch off the adaptor. If you are using a clipper then you might also see the LED lights indicating there is no need for further power.
Before You Go
I can understand the headache of looking at something you’ve spent substantial money and it not working properly. Hence I sincerely hope that this guide here allows you to ease your issue, and make a thing better or two.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can tell if your Fitbit device is charging by checking the battery icon on the device, which should flash when connected to the charger. Some Fitbit devices have LED lights that indicate the battery level, and those lights will blink or change color when the device is charging. You can also check the battery level on the mobile app if your device is connected to it.
If your Fitbit device isn’t charging, you should check the charging cable and plug to ensure they are working properly and that the device is properly connected to the charger. You can also try resetting the device or using a different charging source. If the problem persists, you can contact Fitbit customer support for assistance.
The charging time for a Fitbit device can vary depending on the device and usage. It’s recommended to charge the device for at least one hour before first use, and it can last up to seven days depending on the device and usage. Refer to your device’s user manual or the official Fitbit website for more specific information.
It is generally safe to leave your Fitbit device charging overnight. However, it’s recommended not to leave it plugged in longer than overnight to avoid overcharging the battery, which can shorten its lifespan. If you’re concerned about leaving it charging overnight, you can unplug it once it reaches 100% charge.
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