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Buzz centers on the rumored/launching “Fitbit Air” and how it performs—and whether it’s compatible with existing Fitbit devices like Charge or Versa. Separate threads focus on Google’s Fitbit app changes, including backlash and review-bombing tied to AI and roadmap-related fixes.

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Key Takeaway Fitbit Air coverage is split: some users share hidden usage tips and comparisons, while others warn it won’t work with older Fitbit models and Google’s Fitbit app changes are drawing backlash.
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Fitbit Air coverage is split: some users share hidden usage tips and comparisons, while others warn it won’t work with older Fitbit models and Google’s Fitbit app changes are drawing backlash.

Buzz centers on the rumored/launching “Fitbit Air” and how it performs—and whether it’s compatible with existing Fitbit devices like Charge or Versa. Separate threads focus on Google’s Fitbit app changes, including backlash and review-bombing tied to AI and roadmap-related fixes.

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Top 2 signals · Fitbit Air coverage is split: some users share hidden usage

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Briefing Findings · Fitbit Air coverage is split: some users share hidden usage

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Compatibility warning It may not work with Fitbit Charge or Versa
Google action Google replaced the Fitbit app with an AI version
Roadmap focus Google Health roadmap includes bug fixes and improvements

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  • Watch 9to5Google updates for further Google Health roadmap notes addressing backlash from Fitbit users. 9to5Google

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  • I found a hidden way to use the Fitbit Air that Google didn’t tell you about Android Authority
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Will Fitbit app users need to download a new app?

"The Google Health app will replace the Fitbit app through a normal app update," a Google representative told CNET. "Fitbit users will not need to download a new app or take any action." Fitbit app users' data will automatically be available in the new Google Health app.  Android users will receive the updated Google Health app as it rolls out between May 19 and 26. Starting May 19, iOS users can immediately update the Fitbit app to become the Google Health app. 

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When will the Fitbit Air be released? 

The Fitbit Air launched Thursday for $100 at Google.com and in the Google Store app, hitting brick-and-mortar stores on May 26. Accessory bands start at $35.

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How much is the Fitbit Air? 

At $99, the band is just the ticket to get you in the door. Accessory bands start at $35. Google Health Premium will run you $10 a month or $100 a year when you purchase an annual subscription. Three months of Google Health Premium are included with purchase, after which the subscription automatically renews at $10 a month.

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What does it track?

The Fitbit Air covers the core health metrics you'd expect, including 24/7 heart rate monitoring, heart rate variability, SpO2 (blood oxygen level), temperature variation, sleep tracking and analysis, cardio load, training readiness, steps, distance and irregular heart rhythm notifications for atrial fibrillation detection. It also includes automatic activity tracking that you can confirm later in the app. The device is water-resistant up to 50 meters. One caveat: The Fitbit Air uses an older sensor setup than the current Pixel Watch 4, which includes a multipath optical heart rate sensor and

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