Google Health has taken over from Fitbit on my phone, but I still don't trust AI enough to talk to me about my health
Google Health has replaced the Fitbit app on users' phones, integrating the Fitbit brand into its new Google Fitbit Air. While the transition has been met with mixed feelings, the introduction of the AI-powered Google Health Coach raises concerns about its effectiveness and user trust. Many users, including the author, are skeptical about relying on AI for personalized health advice.
- ▪The Fitbit app has been replaced by the Google Health app following Google's acquisition of Fitbit five years ago.
- ▪The new Google Health Coach offers personalized fitness advice but has received criticism for its awkward interactions and overwhelming information.
- ▪Users are expressing frustration over the forced transition to the Google Health app and the inability to turn off the AI Coach.
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Health & Fitness Fitness Apps Google Health has taken over from Fitbit on my phone, but I still don't trust AI enough to talk to me about my health Features By David Nield published 30 May 2026 Is this a good idea? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The Google Health AI Coach promises to boost your fitness (Image credit: Google) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter You might have noticed the furore around users being forced to switch from the Fitbit app to the Google Health app this month, and it's an update that's happened on my phone too now: five years…
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