By John McCarthy

Fitbit has issued a statement encouraging fitness enthusiasts to occasionally remove its ‘Surge’ wearable device as they have been reportedly giving users’ cases of severe skin irritation.

The £199 wrist-bound fitness tracking ‘Surge’ wearable has caused a “limited percentage” of rashes due to the friction, sweat and heat caused by excessive exercise says the company.

Fitbit said in a statement: “The reactions we are seeing with new products are not uncommon with jewellery or wearable devices that stay in contact with the skin for extended periods.

“According to our consulting dermatologists, [the rashes] are likely from wearing the band too tight, sweat, water, Read full story ›

Source: The Drum