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Google Health is getting a staggering 14 new upgrades after Fitbit users dragged it through the dirt, and it’s just the start of Google’s wider improvement plans — but will it be enough to keep users satisfied?

A new Google Health update aims to solve a lot of user issues including food logs and activity accuracy.

Google Fitbit Air review: The affordable Whoop alternative hits all the right notes, but its messy AI-powered app holds it back from greatness

Google Fitbit Air review: The affordable Whoop alternative hits all the right notes, but its messy AI-powered app holds it back from greatness

Not quite a Whoop killer, but good enough for most people.

You can turn your analogue watch smart with a Fitbit Air, even a Rolex or Omega – here's how

You can turn your analogue watch smart with a Fitbit Air, even a Rolex or Omega – here's how

The hottest trend right now is making your classic watch clever – here's how Fitbit is helping

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Samsung Galaxy Watch users are getting a completely redesigned, AI-first app for a 'personalized experience', whether they like it or not — and we only have to look at Fitbit to see how well that's going

Samsung is following in the footsteps of Fitbit's big Google Health rebrand and totally changing its Health app.

I went for a run with the Fitbit Air and Garmin Forerunner 70 to see how the $99 tracker compared, and I’m impressed

The screenless Fitbit Air is the talk of the town right now, and here's how it measured up when compared to the Garmin Forerunner 70.

I tested the Fitbit Air vs Whoop 5.0 side by side — here's the winner

Both the new Fitbit Air and the Whoop 5.0 help you to track everything you need without the distraction of notifications. Here's the one I recommend based on my side-by-side testing.

Google Health is the app replacing Fitbit on your phone - 3 underrated features to turn on that make it an upgrade

I've spent two weeks with the Google Health app and the new Fitbit Air, exploring all the features on the new platform

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I tested all 3 Fitbit Air accessory bands — and there’s a clear winner

I tested all 3 Fitbit Air accessory bands — and there’s a clear winner

I've been wearing the Fitbit Air for over a week and tested all three accessory bands, both while working out and hanging out. Here's how I rank them.

Fitbit Air vs Whoop: I tested Google’s £85 tracker against the best

Fitbit Air vs Whoop: I tested Google’s £85 tracker against the best

From price and design to features and health tracking, I’ve worn both trackers to see how they compare

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4 Google Health app customizations I use to make the app truly personal

4 Google Health app customizations I use to make the app truly personal

The Fitbit app is being overhauled as part of a Google Health rebrand. Longtime users aren't happy with the change, but these tips will help.

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I walked 4,500 steps with the Fitbit Air vs Apple Watch SE 3 — and I'm surprised by the winner

I walked 4,500 steps with the Fitbit Air vs Apple Watch SE 3 — and I'm surprised by the winner

Can the new $99 Fitbit Air compete with the $249 Apple Watch SE 3? To find out, I walked precisely 4,500 steps wearing both, and analyzed the results.

I ran 10km wearing the Google Fitbit Air and the Apple Watch Ultra 3 — here are all the differences in heart rate, calories & more

I ran 10km wearing the Google Fitbit Air and the Apple Watch Ultra 3 — here are all the differences in heart rate, calories & more

How the new Fitbit compares with the Apple Watch Ultra 3 on a 10 kilometer run

I actually don't hate the new Google Health app, but it could still use some work. Here are my highlights after testing the revamped Fitbit app, and how I think Google can improve

I actually don't hate the new Google Health app, but it could still use some work. Here are my highlights after testing the revamped Fitbit app, and how I think Google can improve

The Fitbit app is now Google Health, and while not everyone is a fan, I actually really like it. Here's why I'm a fan and how I think it can get better

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Google Health has taken over from Fitbit on my phone, but I still don't trust AI enough to talk to me about my health

Google Health has taken over from Fitbit on my phone, but I still don't trust AI enough to talk to me about my health

The Google Health Coach is an AI-powered assistant ready and waiting to improve your fitness — but is it useful?

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ICYMI: the 8 biggest tech stories of the week, from Oura's new smart ring to the Pope's take on AI

It's been a frenetic week of tech — here are some of the major stories we published over the past seven days.

I've been using the Fitbit Air for over a week, and my favorite feature has completely changed the way I wake up

I just spent over a week reviewing the new screen-free, $99 Fitbit Air fitness tracker, and this simple, yet brilliant feature is my favorite.

I walked 3,000 steps with the Fitbit Air vs Garmin Forerunner 70 — and I’m seriously amazed by the results

Can the $99 Fitbit compete with the $249 Forerunner 70? I decided to find out by wearing both while walking exactly 3,000 steps and comparing the results.

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7 first things you should do with the Google Fitbit Air

The Google Fitbit Air is giving Whoop a run for its money as a screenless fitness tracker, and these tips help you make the most of it.

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Existing Fitbit users may be 'beyond frustrated' with the app's Google Health redesign, but having just got my hands on the Google Fitbit Air, I'm actually impressed at the AI integration on offer

Pulling the weather in and updating my fitness plan is easier than ever.

Fitbit Air review: I tested the Fitbit Air for a week, and it's the best Whoop alternative for the rest of us

The Fitbit Air is a discreet and distraction-free (no screen) fitness tracker that's easy to use, accurate, and long-lasting. Subscription-free, it costs just $99.

Finally, we have a new Fitbit — here's what the range looks like now, following the band brand's big Google shake-up

Wondering which Fitbit to buy, or if the brand even still exists? Here's what you need to know.

Google Health is getting heat for being 'unbelievably bad' after replacing the Fitbit app — but Google says fixes are coming

The new Google Health app has a lot of work to do to win over Fitbit fans, but Google says updates are coming.

I’ve been testing the new Fitbit Air, and it’s changed the way I track my sleep — 5 reasons I recommend Google’s $99 tracker, and 2 reasons I don’t

The Fitbit Air has a ton going for it, including an affordable price, but these two major factors might be dealbreakers for you.

The Fitbit app is officially dead — but don’t panic, its replacement is even better

The Fitbit app may be dead, but its aura lives on in the new Google Health app.

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I’ve spent 2 weeks testing Google’s £85 Fitbit Air – could it replace my Whoop?

Google’s ultra-thin screen-free fitness tracker costs a fraction of a Whoop and doesn’t require a subscription to work

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