TL;DR / At a Glance: On May 7, 2026, Google announced the Fitbit Air, a $99.99 screenless fitness tracker, and the rebranding of the Fitbit app to Google Health. The Fitbit Air features a 7-day battery life and 24/7 tracking for heart rate, SpO2, and sleep. The new Google Health app, launching May 19, introduces the Gemini-powered Health Coach, which provides personalized wellness guidance based on device data and medical records.
Google has just dropped a major pivot in its wearable strategy. The headline is the Google Fitbit Air—a $99 (~RM470) screenless tracker that directly takes on Whoop and Oura—paired with a massive rebranding of the Fitbit ecosystem into the new Google Health app.
Google Fitbit Air: The “Invisible” Tracker
Designed to be “set and forget,” the Fitbit Air is a 12-gram screenless pebble that focuses on 24/7 biometric collection without the distractions of a smartwatch.
- Design: Ultra-lightweight (12g) with a removable sensor module (“the pebble”) that can be swapped between various bands (Performance Loop, Active, and Elevated Modern).
- Target Audience: Users who want deep health data (Whoop style) but prefer wearing a traditional watch on their other wrist or want something discreet.
- Key Innovation: Unlike Whoop, there is no mandatory subscription to access your basic data, though advanced AI features require the new Premium tier.
Technical Specifications: Google Fitbit Air
| Feature | Specification |
| Weight | 12 grams (including band) |
| Display | None (Haptic vibrations for “Smart Wake” alarms) |
| Battery Life | Up to 7 Days |
| Charging | Fast Charging (Full charge in 90 mins) |
| Sensors | Optical Heart Rate, SpO2, HRV, Skin Temperature, Accelerometer |
| Durability | Water-resistant up to 50 meters |
| Compatibility | Android 11+ and iOS 16.4+ |
| MSRP (Price) | $99.99 / approx. RM475 |
| Release Date | Pre-order now; Ships May 26, 2026 |
Available with a variety of coloured bands and buckles:
- Obsidian Band, Matte Black Stainless Steel Buckle
- Berry Band, Polished Champagne Gold Stainless Steel Buckle
- Lavender Band, Polished Silver Stainless Steel Buckle
- Fog Band, Polished Silver Stainless Steel Buckle
For hoop fans, there’s a special edition Stephen Curry, which comes with a Rye Band, Pyrite Stainless Steel Buckle, available for $129.99 (~RM510)
Google Health: The New AI Ecosystem
Google is officially sunsetting the Fitbit App and Google Fit brands in favour of Google Health. This isn’t just a name change; it’s a Gemini-powered overhaul of how you interact with your data.
- The Rebrand: Starting May 26, the Fitbit app will update to Google Health. Google Fit users will be migrated later in 2026.
- The AI “Health Coach”: A Gemini-powered personal trainer that reads your sleep patterns, medical records (via new APIs), and heart rate to provide conversational advice (e.g., “You slept poorly and your HRV is low; skip the heavy lifting today and try a 20-minute walk instead.”)
- Multi-Device Support: For the first time, you can wear a Pixel Watch and a Fitbit Air simultaneously without the data double-counting or needing to switch devices in the app.
Google Health Premium Pricing
| Plan | Price | Notes |
| Monthly | $9.99 / ~RM47 | Access to Gemini AI Health Coach. |
| Annual | $99.99 / ~RM475 | Includes personalised workout videos. |
| AI Pro/Ultra Bundle | FREE | Included for Google AI Pro/Ultra subscribers. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between the Fitbit Air and a Pixel Watch?
The Fitbit Air is a “screenless” tracker focused purely on 24/7 biometric data (12-gram weight, 7-day battery). The Pixel Watch is a full smartwatch with a display and cellular connectivity. In 2026, the Google Health app allows users to wear both simultaneously to merge recovery and active data.
What happened to the Fitbit app?
As of May 19, 2026, the Fitbit app has been rebranded to “Google Health.” It now features a Gemini-powered AI Health Coach that provides conversational wellness advice based on your heart rate, sleep, and medical history.
Head over here for more info about Google Fitbit Air and Google Health.
