What you need to know
In a recent announcement, Google Health has acknowledged the need for enhancements following the launch of its rebranded app. Users can look forward to a series of updates aimed at refining their experience with workout tracking, sleep metrics, and connectivity with the newly introduced Fitbit Air.
- Improvements are on the way for workout tracking, including fixes for sleep scores and connectivity issues related to Fitbit Air.
- The app will soon allow users to customize their Health dashboards, enabling them to rearrange metrics to better fit individual preferences.
- Automatic workout detection is set for enhancements, addressing inconsistencies in exercise data.
- A new feature will provide a 24-hour sleep view, merging naps and overnight sleep into a cohesive timeline.
Last week marked the official rollout of the revamped Google Health app, which not only features a fresh user interface but also introduces several new functionalities. However, the launch was not without its challenges, as users reported various bugs and missing features. In response, Google has outlined a comprehensive plan for forthcoming fixes and enhancements.
Just a day after the debut of the Fitbit Air, Google rebranded the Fitbit app to Google Health, incorporating features such as Google Health Coach along with other upgrades. A blog post from the company detailed the upcoming improvements, particularly in exercise tracking. For instance, runs that were previously misclassified as general workouts will now receive the correct categorization, and split tracking for runs is expected to be added shortly.
Moreover, Google is addressing how the app functions during live workout tracking, especially in scenarios where the Fitbit Air experiences temporary connectivity issues. Users will also gain the ability to delete logs directly through the Ask Coach feature, enhancing the overall user experience.
As for dashboard customization, the Google Health app will soon empower users to rearrange health metrics within the Health and Today dashboards, tailoring the information display to their liking. While the exact timeline for these updates remains unconfirmed, the swift emergence of issues post-launch suggests that improvements will be implemented in the near future. Updates will be provided once the rollout commences.
