Google Health: Complete realignment of the fitness division with Gemini AI
of Nils Ahrensmeier 
on May 07, 2026, 16:17 am | Write a comment
Google is merging its health services Fitbit and Google Fit under the new umbrella brand Google Health, marking a profound break with the existing ecosystem.. From May 19, 2026, the existing Fitbit app will be replaced by the Google Health app, with all user data being automatically migrated to the new system..
While Fitbit users will receive the update directly, the invitation to data transfer for Google Fit users will follow later this year.. The app's new design focuses on an intuitive structure divided into four core areas: Today, Fitness, Sleep, and Health, to provide a better overview of personal well-being..
New AI coach based on Gemini
A key component of this transformation is the Google Health Coach, which is based on the generative AI Gemini.. This integration enables the software to create personalized training suggestions based on the collected vital and activity data, summarize complex sleep trends, and classify medical data.. However, using these advanced analytics features requires a paid Google Health Premium subscription.. Google clarifies that the AI-based analyses are solely intended to support well-being and are not intended to be used for clinical purposes. procan replace professional medical diagnosis.
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- The new Google Health app combines Fitbit and Google Fit. (Image: Google)
New Fitbit Air band
On the hardware side, the company presents the Google Fitbit Air, which is positioned as the thinnest and most powerful tracker to date.. The device forgoes a traditional display and instead relies on a feather-light design that primarily functions as a sensor unit for the Google Health Coach.. The tracker is designed for continuous wear and seamlessly synchronizes data with the new app platform.. Regarding data protection, Google guarantees that users' sensitive health and wellness data will not be used for personalized advertising within the Google network.. More information here.