Fans of wearable technology in Australia may have to wait a bit longer for the latest version of the Fitbit, with its US maker halting production and issuing a recall.
Fitbit Inc is recalling the Fitbit Force, which was due to be released in Australia this month, after the fitness gear caused skin problems for some customers.
CEO and co-founder James Park says about 1.7 per cent of users reported skin irritation in a letter posted on the company website on Thursday.
Fitbit says independent test results have not found problems with the Force's battery or electrical systems and suggests users may have had allergic reactions to nickel in the device or materials used in the strap or adhesives used to make the Force.
The company is offering a full refund.
The Force can track steps taken, stairs climbed and calories burned. FitBit also makes other fitness wristbands and devices.
