Latest Fitbit update makes app compatible with Xbox

That those from Redmond are betting on the universal apps is a reality that, during the last year, has become remarkably evident . Something that does not surprise us if we take into account that the idea is to offer an app for multiple devices. A context in which we cannot stop talking about the latest Fitbit update.

Indeed, because the new version has also just arrived on Xbox One. Specifically, it is 2.15.747 which, from now on, allows users to control what happens with their Fitbit via Microsoft's popular entertainment console.But let's go with some additional details of this bet.

The Landing on Xbox

Thus, the revamp comes with this support, that is, if you have both devices, you're in luck, because the app already works on XboxIn fact, it allows us to synchronize the data of both gadgets through the use of the Fitbit USB. In any case, this is not the only novelty of the update.

Yes, we came across some that have to do directly with the design of the app itself, and with the expected solution of the errors reported by the regulars of the service. The tool also now appears more stable thanks to new improvements that have been introduced in this regard.

More news have to do with the synchronization of all the trackers in our home.To do this, just enter the advanced options of our account, and enable the classic mode of Fitbit Connect. Of course, you must have a USB port and dongle to use it. In this version it is also possible to block certain friends.

To finish, we cannot fail to comment that, after the announced Creators Update, we expect some changess such as the possibility to have notifications within the devices –in theory, it will be at the end of the year-. It would also be interesting if it sent us one when it detected that we had been playing Xbox for too long, precisely.

Via | Windows Blog Italy