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Google Unveils Screen‑Free Fitbit Air With AI Coach and 7‑Day Battery

The launch signals a push to low‑cost bands that funnel constant health data into Google Health’s subscription platform.

Overview

  • Fitbit Air, available for preorder at $99 with shipments expected May 26, also comes in a $129 Stephen Curry edition with a special band.
  • The band drops a display for a lighter, always‑worn design and promises up to seven days per charge, fast top‑ups, 50‑meter water resistance, and Bluetooth support for iOS and Android.
  • Core sensors include an optical heart‑rate monitor, SpO2 for blood oxygen, a skin‑temperature sensor, and motion sensors for sleep and activity tracking.
  • Google ties the device to the redesigned Google Health app and an optional $10‑per‑month Premium tier that adds a Gemini‑powered Health Coach, with a three‑month trial included.
  • Early hands‑on reports praise comfort but flag AI accuracy after Health Coach invented a 5.2‑mile run in a test, a miss that could undercut the value of the paid coaching service.