4 Fitbit features that are likely going away after the Google deal (and 4 that will get way better)

In a move that's equal parts obvious and shocking, Google announced Friday that it is acquiring Fitbit, bringing an array of devices into the Wear OS makers tent.

However, it wouldnt be surprising to see features like the Premium Wellness Report stick around as a free benefit to Google-Fitbit users.

While we're sure you'll always be able to make purchases using your NFC-enabled Fitbit devices, it's nearly certain that you won't be doing it under the Fitbit Pay name for much longer.

And besides, Google is already launching its own second-generation Pixel Buds with full Google Assistant support and long-range Bluetooth connectivity.

With an excellent Dashboard and super-simple connectivity, the Fitbit app is already head and shoulders above Google Fit, Apple Heath, and every other heath tracking app. While it will probably undergo a rebranding to Google Fit and possibly a redesign to bring it more in line with Google's aesthetic, expect most of the apps features and general functionality to stick around, while adding Google Fit's Heart Points and Move Minutes and a whole lot more.

Fitbits devices have stellar sleep tracking that charts quality, stages, and duration, along with excellent battery for a truly effortless experience. Theres no dedicated Sleep app or interface, so you need to visit the app to get any kind of a detailed explanation of your sleep beyond how long it was.

And lets face it, Fitbit OS isnt quite in the same league, with just a handful of useful apps, no third-party complication support, limited music integration, and rudimentary navigation. Notifications on Fitbit devices should get better across all platforms, but it will be especially improved on Android, where Assistant integration will take things to the next level.

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