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counting steps can be one of the first steps to getting into shape but the latest fitness trackers go beyond pedometers that sync with your smartphone if you're interested in heart rate or some of the new smart notification features it might be worth your while the new 130 dollar Fitbit charge replaces the discontinued Fitbit force but with one major upgrade caller ID it's got basic sleep instep tracking has a clock readout and we'll also get call notifications this does not have heart rate tracking if there's one word to describe the $200 basis peek from Intel its automatic it lasts about a week you can wear it in the shower and it immediately starts analyzing your heart rate and your sleep data to give you feedback and help you set healthy goals the $200 Microsoft band is a combination fitness band and SmartWatch that works with windows phones Android and iOS it has a variety of smart notifications can show you the weather you can pay for drinks at Starbucks with a QR code and it will also download and play workouts and have heart rate measurements sleep tracking ability to sense UV even kids can get in on the action the $40 water-resistant LeapFrog LeapPad inspires kids to get moving with virtual pets kids take care of their pets by being active and playing games parents can set limits on how long their children can play and let's not forget the other member of the family the $99 whistle activity monitor attaches to your dog's collar and tracks how much your dog walks plays and rests it sends updates to your smartphone so you can keep tabs on your pup even when you're apart for more tech gift ideas visit CNET calm and click on the Holiday Gift Guide in San Francisco I'm Sumi das cnet.com for CBS News