Fitbit users could lose access to their devices next month unless they link their profiles to a Google account. The fitness wearable company has set a firm deadline of Feb. 2, 2026, for users to ...

Fitbit founders James Park and Eric Friedman have announced the launch of a new AI startup called Luffu that aims to help families proactively monitor their health. The duo are developing an ...

After acquiring Fitbit, Google announced plans to move existing users over to Google accounts. A February 2 deadline was previously shared for that transition. Google has now pushed the cutoff back to ...

The redesigned Fitbit app and AI health coach are rolling out to iOS users and Fitbit Premium subscribers in the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. Vanessa Hand Orellana Lead Writer ...

Here's the bad news: Fitbit users without a Google account will soon need one. Here's the good news: Those users got a last-second extension on the conversion deadline. Fitbit users without a Google ...

You might love the motivating tempo for workouts or the cadent call for calm that a smartwatch heart rate monitor provides. But when it’s time for an upgrade, what ...

You can talk to the chatbot like it's a friendly acquaintance, and it'll help you get a lot done. Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and ...

Consumer wearable and smartphone devices provide an accessible means to objectively measure physical activity (PA) through step counts. With the increasing proliferation of this technology, consumers, ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. January 28, 2026 Add ...