Google Health replaces Fitbit app, users frustrated and demand old app back
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Stevie Bonifield
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Summary
Google has officially replaced the Fitbit app with Google Health, coinciding with the launch of the new Fitbit Air. The transition has sparked widespread user frustration, with complaints about the new app's limited home screen customization, poor layout, and the forced integration of Google's AI health coach. Many users are requesting the return of the old Fitbit app, citing a less intuitive and more cluttered experience.
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The landing page has a small section up top showing steps and some...
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