Only a few years back, I remember saying that I'd never need to wear a watch again because the date and time was on my phone, which I carry everywhere. About two years ago I picked up a Fitbit Charge HR on a whim and it's been my faithful companion ever since. Recently I had an issue with it and I was without the device for a couple of weeks. I was surprised by how much I missed it while it was gone. It got me thinking about how exactly it was adding value to my life. What I Use The fitbit I use is one of the smallest and cheapest devices, the Fitbit Charge HR. I got it because I was interested in a fitbit and because my family has a history of heart disease. I chose the model just above the base because it supported heart rate monitoring. The device is paired to my home computer and to my apple iPhone (I personally prefer android but my work phone is currently apple). We also have a phone system at work which can be set to ring your mobile and desk phone at the