Google Fitbit Air unveiled: Slim fitness tracker without a display
of Nils Ahrensmeier 
on May 07, 2026, 16:00 am | Write a comment
Google has with the Fitbit Air presented a new fitness tracker that follows the "Whoop" approach: The device completely dispenses with a display.. Instead, the focus is on a subtle design and deep integration of the new system developed with Gemini. Google Health Coach.
Design and hardware: Focus on the essentials
The Google Fitbit Air is designed for users who want to track their health data without being distracted by constant notifications on their wrist.. The casing is made from recycled polycarbonate and PBT plastics and weighs just 5,2 grams (without strap) extremely lightweight.
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- The Google Fitbit Air does without a display entirely (Image: Google)
The wearable is up to 50 meters waterproof (5 ATM) and features a flexible design that allows for quick switching between sport and premium wristbands.. In addition to the standard colors Obsidian, Fog, Berry and Lavender, there is also a special "Stephen Curry" edition of the bracelet..
AI coaching instead of live view
Since the Fitbit Air has no display, interaction primarily takes place via the Google Health app on the smartphone. The integrated Google Health Coach uses Gemini to create personalized fitness plans and proTo provide active insights in real time.
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- In the future, Google will only use one app: Google Health (Image: Google)
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- In the future, Gemini will allow users to monitor their own health. (Image: Google)
Google promises significant improvements, particularly in sleep analysis: A new machine learning algorithm is said to make sleep stage detection 15% more accurate than previous models. The device also records heart rate variability (HRV) and can warn of signs of atrial fibrillation or irregular heart rhythm.
Specifications:
Dimensions: 34,9 x 17 x 8,3 mm
Weight 5,2 g (without strap) / 12 g (with strap)
Battery life: Up to 7 days
Charging time: Approximately 90 minutes for 100%; fast charging allows 1 day of use after 5 minutes.
Sensors: Optical heart rate monitor, 3-axis accelerometer, gyroscope, SpO2 sensors (oxygen saturation), skin temperature sensor
connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 LE
Compatibility: Android 11.0 or higher and iOS 16.4 or higher
Prices and availability
The Google Fitbit Air is available at a price of 99,99 € Available. Accessory bracelets are offered from €44,99.
However, beware of ongoing costs: Many of the advertised AI features and the full scope of Google Health Coach require a subscription. Google Health Premium subscription The purchase includes three months of free service; after that, 8,99 € pro Month Due. Without the subscription, the tracker's functionality is significantly limited, but unlike "Whoop", it is not completely unusable.