Fitbit
Coverage of Fitbit in the Nexus archive.
- Read the pitch deck these Stanford grads used to raise $11.6 million for a wearable device to track women's hormones
Clair Health, founded by Stanford graduates Jenny Duan and Abhinav Agarwal, raised $11.6 million to develop a wearable device tracking women's hormones. The startup aims to address a gap in the wearables market by focusing on hormone monitoring for fertility, menopause, and overall health.
- The inevitable weakness of metrics
The article discusses the limitations of metrics in self-quantification, highlighting how while metrics can reveal insights, they often obscure or corrupt understanding. The author reflects on their decade-long experience tracking personal data, initially seeking self-knowledge but realizing the flawed assumption that more data inherently leads to better decisions. The piece critiques the 'quantified self' movement, which posits that measurement is essential for improvement.
- People taking GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic started moving less
People taking GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound may experience reduced physical activity despite weight loss, according to Fitbit data analysis. Researchers noted declines in daily steps and exercise levels, raising concerns about muscle mass loss and long-term health impacts.
- I realized I wasn't eating enough for my strength-training program. After adjusting my diet, my hair stopped falling out, and I gained more muscle mass.
The author realized she was under-eating for her strength-training program, leading to hair loss and fatigue. After adjusting her diet based on micronutrient test results, she improved her health, stopped hair loss, and gained muscle mass.
- The Fitbit Air is a good wearable weighed down by a chatty AI "coach"
The Fitbit Air is a $100 screenless wearable health tracker that uses AI coaching and lacks a speaker or phone notification sync. It features a small LED for battery status and offers two band options, with the silicone active band being more suitable for workouts.
- The latest Fitbit tracker might be their best yet
The new Fitbit Air is a lightweight fitness tracker designed as an alternative to smartwatches, emphasizing comfort for sleep and avoiding features like apps, calls, and texts.
- The latest Oura and Fitbit wearables are smarter and sleeker than ever — but do they keep you healthy?
The latest Oura and Fitbit wearables are described as smarter and sleeker, but the article questions whether they effectively promote health. Americans are sharing data from these devices with AI platforms, ordering health tests through the companies, and paying significant subscription fees.
- Here’s how Google is responding to Fitbit users who don’t like the new Health app
Google is addressing user complaints about its new Health app, which replaced Fitbit, by rolling out changes to features like the Today dashboard. The updates aim to improve the display of health metrics and respond to feedback from users dissatisfied with the app's redesign.
- Google Health is here, but a lot of people want their Fitbit app back instead
Google has replaced the Fitbit app with Google Health, sparking user confusion and frustration. The new app's limited home screen layout and reduced functionality have drawn criticism, with Reddit users highlighting usability issues.
- Fitbit Air review: Health tracking for the AI generation
The Fitbit Air is positioned as a strong competitor to Whoop and other screenless wearable trackers, offering robust hardware, comprehensive software, and competitive pricing. It targets the AI generation with advanced health tracking capabilities.
- The app you need to clean up your computer
The article discusses various topics such as cleaning up computers and introduces the Poppy AI assistant. It also mentions the author's activities like reading and listening to music. The article is part of Installer No. 128 on The Verge.
- Google is turning the Fitbit app into a unified portal for your health and fitness data
Google is launching a new Health app that will serve as a unified portal for health and fitness data, replacing the Fitbit app. The rollout of the new Health app is scheduled for May 19. This change aims to provide users with a more integrated experience for managing their health and fitness information.
- The Google Fitbit Air is an AI-infused take on Whoop wearables
The Google Fitbit Air is a wearable device that resembles a small Fitbit Inspire without a strap, infused with AI technology. It is a take on Whoop wearables. The device's features and capabilities are not fully detailed in the provided information.
- Google Is Rebranding the Fitbit App to ‘Google Health’
Google is rebranding the Fitbit app to Google Health and sunsetting Google Fit by the end of the year. The rebranded app will serve as a one-stop shop for health and fitness. Fitbit will continue to operate.
- Here are the fitness trackers I actually recommend
The article discusses and recommends fitness trackers, specifically the Fitbit Charge 6 and Oura Ring 4, for casual wellness seekers. It highlights their features, such as solid fitness and health tracking, stylish design, and minimal overwhelm. The recommendations are based on the author's experience and testing of various devices.
- Best Fitbit Models for Beginners, Athletes, and Kids (2026)
The article recommends top Fitbit fitness trackers for beginners, athletes, and children in 2026, focusing on tailored features for different user groups.