Google Transforms Fitbit App into Health Hub with Gemini Integration
TL;DR. Google is renaming the Fitbit app to "Health app" and integrating its Gemini-powered Health Coach into a premium subscription. - The new app centralizes fitness data from various sources, including an option to sync medical records in the US. - The Gemini-powered Health Coach will offer personalized workout and health insights. - Google confirms user health data from the app will not be used for Google Ads.
- Google is rebranding the Fitbit app as the Health app, launching May 19.
- The new app unifies health and fitness data, offering sections for Today, Fitness, Sleep, and Health vitals.
- The Gemini-powered Google Health Coach exits preview, becoming a global feature within the Google Health Premium subscription.
- Users can sync medical records (US only) and connect with other health applications like Peloton or MyFitnessPal.
- Google reaffirms its commitment not to use Fitbit user health and wellness data for advertising.
Sources
- Google is turning the Fitbit app into a unified portal for your health and fitness data — engadget.com
- mashable.com — mashable.com