Google's Fitbit Air is a Whoop-like screen-less fitness tracker built around AI

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First look: Google is taking a different approach to wearables with the introduction of the Fitbit Air. The device removes the screen, focusing less on user interaction and more on quietly collecting health metrics in the background while software does the heavy lifting. In form and philosophy, it closely echoes the approach popularized by Whoop, the subscription-based fitness tracker.

The Fitbit Air is a compact module that fits into a range of bands, with its sensors pressed against the skin and no display on top. That means no notifications, no tapping, and no swiping – just passive tracking. With nothing to interact with, the device is easier to wear continuously, including overnight.

The design addressesa longstanding issue with smartwatches. While widely adopted, they haven't become essential for many users, partly because they...

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