Google's ai health coach now available for iphone users, apple's plans unclear

Google expands ai health coach to iphone users

Google has officially extended its subscription-based Fitbit ai health coach feature to more users globally, now available for iPhone users as well.

Fitbit Premium is currently priced starting at $9.99 per month. This personal ai health coach service was previously exclusive to Android phones.

Fitbit ai health coach features

The health coach service is basically a Gemini-powered coach, a 24/7 digital advisor that works as a virtual fitness trainer, health and wellness advisor, and even sleep coach.

• Users can start with a short conversation with the coach, sharing their goals and motivations.
• Then, the Fitbit app provides health insights in the morning, after workouts, and before bed.
• Generative aioffers a personalized workout plan, tracks core fitness metrics, and provides sleep analysis with suggestions to improve sleep.
• Vitals like heart rate, temperature, and blood oxygen (if using a supporting smartwatch) are also tracked.
• A built-in chatbot allows users to ask any health-related questions.

Apple's health plans unclear

Rumors suggested Apple may have changed its mind on its ai health plans, which were initially rumored but never officially confirmed. Despite reportedly working on a health coach powered by generative ai, newer leaks indicate Apple may gradually roll out Health+ features instead of a big reveal.

Conclusion

For now, iPhone users seeking AI-assisted health recommendations can take advantage of Fitbit's AI health coach feature. While expanding options is a positive move, some may still prefer human professionals or resist handing over their health data to AI chatbots.