7 first things you should do with the Google Fitbit Air
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Key Points:
- Google has launched the Fitbit Air, a $99 screenless fitness tracker that passively records health data and relies on the Google Health app for all settings and features, with no subscription required.
- The Fitbit Air includes a vibration motor enabling silent alarms that can be set up via the app, featuring repeat and smart wake options to optimize wake-up times based on sleep cycles.
- Users should set wrist preference (dominant or non-dominant) in the app to improve step count accuracy, and can adjust vibration intensity or disable it altogether through device preferences.
- The device supports real-time heart rate data sharing with various third-party gym equipment and apps, requiring manual Bluetooth pairing via the Google Health app.
- Fitbit Air offers customizable fitness goals, high and low heart rate warnings, and an irregular heart rhythm detection feature validated clinically for atrial fibrillation, with eligibility and important health disclaimers provided during setup.