Google May Phase Out Fitbit Brand, But Hardware Could Remain
Google might be doing away with the Fitbit brand
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Google is reportedly considering rebranding Fitbit under the Google Health umbrella, as evidenced by references to 'Google Health Premium' in app stores. Despite this, the upcoming fitness tracker is expected to retain the Fitbit name, suggesting a potential balance between rebranding and maintaining brand heritage.
- 01Google is exploring the possibility of rebranding Fitbit under Google Health.
- 02References to 'Google Health Premium' have appeared in app stores, hinting at a shift in branding.
- 03The upcoming fitness tracker may be named Google Fitbit Air, preserving the Fitbit brand for hardware.
- 04Fitbit Premium plans might remain separate from Google’s other subscription services.
- 05No formal announcement has been made regarding the rebranding.
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Google is contemplating a significant shift in branding for Fitbit, a company known for its fitness trackers. Recent observations in app stores, particularly in Europe, have revealed mentions of 'Google Health Premium' associated with Fitbit and Pixel Watch devices. This has sparked speculation that Google intends to consolidate Fitbit's software offerings under its Google Health brand. A new logo leak featuring a heart icon in Google's signature colors further supports this theory. Despite these changes, the upcoming display-less fitness tracker is rumored to be named the Google Fitbit Air, indicating that Google may retain the Fitbit brand for its hardware. Currently, Fitbit Premium is bundled within Google's general subscription in the UK, but it remains unclear how this will evolve in other regions. While there is no official confirmation of these changes, the situation suggests a potential rebranding strategy that could preserve some elements of the Fitbit identity.
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