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This open source app unlocks the Fitbit Air's premium features at no cost
AppWizard
June 24, 2026

This open source app unlocks the Fitbit Air’s premium features at no cost

The Fitbit Air is a screenless fitness wearable that allows users to subscribe to Google Health Premium for advanced health insights. An open-source desktop application named OpenFit, created by developer Flavio Adamo, replicates Google Health Premium's functionalities for free, providing comprehensive health data analysis from the Fitbit Air. OpenFit uses ChatGPT Codex to enhance user experience by interpreting health data. Another developer, Francesco Oddo, has created a similar open-source app, and both are considering collaboration. Users of Fitbit Air can access a three-month free trial of Google Health Premium, and subscribers to Google AI Pro and AI Ultra plans can use the service at no cost.
I tried Samsung Health's huge redesign for 2026. Here are the 5 biggest hits and misses
AppWizard
June 20, 2026

I tried Samsung Health’s huge redesign for 2026. Here are the 5 biggest hits and misses

Samsung has redesigned its health tracking application, Samsung Health, coinciding with the launch of the Galaxy Watch 9 and One UI 9. The new interface features a vibrant color palette that some users find overwhelming, as colors no longer correspond to specific health metrics. The app includes a new top shortcuts bar for easier navigation to core health aspects like Activity, Sleep, Vitals, Mindfulness, and Nutrition, and allows customization of the dashboard. Graphs have been improved with pinch-to-zoom functionality, but this feature is inconsistently applied across different metrics. The app lacks a comprehensive graph page for comparing multiple metrics and may present unsupported features for users of older devices like the Galaxy Watch 4.
Samsung Health app is all new: preps features to take the guesswork out of your wellbeing
AppWizard
June 4, 2026

Samsung Health app is all new: preps features to take the guesswork out of your wellbeing

The Samsung Health app will undergo a significant redesign on June 8, introducing new features such as the Vitals feature, which combines five health metrics, Daily Cardio Load, Heart Health Score, an updated Antioxidant Index, AGEs Index, and a new Hearing Health feature. The upgrade aims to provide a holistic view of health data, simplifying complex biometric information into actionable guidance. This redesign aligns with the upcoming Galaxy Watch 9, reinforcing Samsung's focus on promoting a health-centric lifestyle.
4 Google Health app customizations I use to make the app truly personal
AppWizard
June 1, 2026

4 Google Health app customizations I use to make the app truly personal

The rebranding of Google Health, previously known as the Fitbit app, has received negative feedback from users, prompting Google to address bugs and emphasize user feedback. The app includes customization options, such as using the Health Connect API to share data with other health apps and devices. Users can also set health goals with the AI-powered Health Coach if they subscribe to Google Health Premium, which costs .99 per month. The new Fitbit Air device, priced at .99, tracks health data for up to seven days on a single charge and serves as an entry point into the Google Health ecosystem. Subscriptions to Google Health Premium or Google AI Pro, priced at .99 and .99 per month respectively, enhance the app's functionality but are optional.
How to Setup the New Google Health App to Make It Not Suck
AppWizard
June 1, 2026

How to Setup the New Google Health App to Make It Not Suck

The Google Health app has replaced the Fitbit app, leading to a redesign that has affected user experience. Google is addressing user feedback by implementing enhancements and fixing bugs. Users can customize the Today page and Health tab by removing default tiles and adding them back in a preferred order, as drag-and-drop reordering is not available. Android users can add a Google Health widget to their home screen for quick access to key metrics, which currently displays weekly cardio, steps, readiness, and recent sleep data. The widget also includes a shortcut to the Google Health Coach for premium subscribers and a refresh button for data updates.
I’ve used the new Google Health app for a week, and I hate it
AppWizard
May 24, 2026

I’ve used the new Google Health app for a week, and I hate it

User feedback on the new Google Health app revealed mixed sentiments: 28% praised it as "gorgeous and so useful," 26% found it visually appealing but cumbersome, 10% appreciated its functionality but disliked the aesthetic, 20% expressed indifference, and 16% had not transitioned from Fitbit. The app's design features lengthy text explanations from the Google Health Coach that overshadow vital statistics, diminishing usability. The Fitness and Sleep tabs also exhibit design flaws, with excessive scrolling and text before essential metrics. Users cannot easily move tiles or customize the home screen, limiting visibility for health data. Suggested improvements include presenting metrics and graphs upfront, allowing tile customization, resizing the home screen tile section, prioritizing workouts in the Fitness tab, and displaying sleep statistics before interpretations in the Sleep tab.
Your SSD has built-in maintenance tools that Windows keeps hidden from you
Winsage
May 19, 2026

Your SSD has built-in maintenance tools that Windows keeps hidden from you

Modern SSDs are highly reliable and require minimal maintenance. Windows includes tools for SSD health management, such as the TRIM command, which helps optimize performance by allowing the SSD to clean unnecessary data blocks. Users can check if TRIM is active using the Command Prompt. The "Optimize Drives" utility schedules SSD optimization routines and sends ReTrim commands. S.M.A.R.T. technology monitors SSD health, but the information is not easily accessible. Third-party tools like CrystalDiskInfo offer more detailed insights. Windows' Storage Sense feature helps manage storage on smaller SSDs by cleaning temporary files and freeing up space. The write caching policy in Device Manager enhances SSD performance, and users can adjust settings in the BIOS for optimization. Windows reserves SSD space for virtual memory and hibernation, which can be managed to reclaim storage. Overall, Windows provides built-in features to help maintain SSD performance and longevity.
Whoop is putting a board-certified physician in its app to tell you why you’re tired
AppWizard
May 12, 2026

Whoop is putting a board-certified physician in its app to tell you why you’re tired

Whoop is introducing live in-app access to licensed medical professionals for real-time consultations, allowing users to share biometric data. The company is partnering with HealthEx to integrate wearable metrics with health records, enabling users to view diagnoses, medications, and medical history alongside their health data. Upcoming updates will enhance heart-rate accuracy, workout auto-detection, and strength training analytics. Users will be able to correlate medications and medical procedures with recovery scores and performance. Whoop is also developing AI features, including “My Memory” for managing personal information and “Proactive Check-Ins” for tailored suggestions. The Whoop Journal will allow users to log supplements and habits, with AI analyzing inputs for behavior trends. Upgrades to underlying technology are planned, but costs for clinician consultations remain undisclosed.
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