By Abner Li
Publication Date: 2026-05-07 14:00:00
Google today announced the Fitbit Air as a screen-less fitness tracker that has a low-profile and affordable $99.99 price.
All the technology fits into a pill-shaped pebble made of plastic that can be easily removed from the band mechanism. Google touts “all-day focus and all-night comfort,” with testing finding it more comfortable than wearables from competitors. This design is for those who want a discreet, minimal wearable.
The “Google Fitbit Air” — as it’s officially named — has the following sensors:
- Optical heart rate monitor
- 3-axis accelerometer + gyroscope
- Red and infrared sensors for oxygen saturation (SpO2) monitoring
- Device temperature sensor (skin temperature variation)
Besides 24/7 heart rate tracking, this powers above/below range notifications, irregular heart rhythm notifications for AFib, and heart rate variability (HRV).
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