Google has launched the screenless Fitbit Air, a minimalist health tracker that focuses on continuous data collection without a display. The device pairs with a new Google Health app that includes an AI-powered health coach to interpret the collected data. The Fitbit Air offers a week of battery life and comes in various styles, representing a shift back to simpler, more comfortable wearable designs.
Background
Google acquired Fitbit in 2021 for $2.1 billion, aiming to expand its presence in the health and fitness tracking market. The wearable tech industry has been shifting between smartwatches with screens and simpler, more focused health tracking devices.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- May 7, 2026 at 10:00 PM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10