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  "description": "Google has revived the Fitbit brand with a new AI-powered health wearable, and I have thoughts. Plus this week's news, two new reviews, and 108 deals.",
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  "publishedAt": "2026-05-08T06:15:32.000Z",
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  "tags": [
    "Google was launching a new Fitbit",
    "Learn more",
    "Electrolux wants to change how Australians think about steam cooking",
    "Hisense XR10 and C3 laser projectors land in Australia",
    "Google launches Fitbit Air and a new AI health coach in Australia",
    "Boost Mobile's new $180 prepaid plan packs in 160GB for six months",
    "DJI Osmo Mobile 8P launches with new FrameTap remote and smarter tracking",
    "Bose Lifestyle Collection brings modular home audio to Australia",
    "Sprout Immerse 2 review: It’s three products in one, and two of them work really well",
    "Reolink Home Hub review: No subscription needed",
    "Viewdeal",
    "Subscribe now"
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  "textContent": "Today's news that Google was launching a new Fitbit kicked me right in the nostalgia. Fitbit was one of those startup brands that somehow manages to capture the imagination of its customers through a combination of great hardware and software.\n\nI remember reviewing the Fitbit Zip while on holidays at Burleigh Heads back around 2013, and losing it on the beach. I _mourned_ that loss.\n\nThe new Fitbit kind of looks like a product built by a company that has forgotten how to really innovate. My first impression on seeing pictures of the Fitbit Air was that I hope Whoop has good lawyers.\n\nThe second thought was that the Fitbit Air isn't actually about the hardware. It's about the AI health features Google launched alongside it.\n\nSome of the features sound like they could be useful. I say this as someone who is actively trying to improve my health. But I'm also a little wary of giving Google's AI too much of my personal information, regardless of the security and privacy promises it makes.\n\nBut to each their own. In some ways, I'm happy to see the Fitbit brand continue, even if it is a shell of what it once was.\n\nWhat do you think? Will the promise of a new AI-enabled Fitbit entice you back to the brand?\n\nUntil next week\n\nNick @ BTTR\n\n__BTTR is a labour of love, and is only possible thanks to the support of subscribers. If you enjoyed anything from this week's newsletter, consider becoming a Supporter.__\n\n\n                            Learn more\n                        \n\n## This week's news\n\n  * Electrolux wants to change how Australians think about steam cooking\n  * Hisense XR10 and C3 laser projectors land in Australia\n  * Google launches Fitbit Air and a new AI health coach in Australia\n  * Boost Mobile's new $180 prepaid plan packs in 160GB for six months\n  * DJI Osmo Mobile 8P launches with new FrameTap remote and smarter tracking\n  * Bose Lifestyle Collection brings modular home audio to Australia\n\n\n\n## New reviews\n\n  * Sprout Immerse 2 review: It’s three products in one, and two of them work really well\n  * Reolink Home Hub review: No subscription needed\n\n\n\n* * *\n\n## Best deals this week\n\nHere's a taste of this week's top deals. There are 108 total this week.\n\nPanasonic Lumix G9 Mark II w/ Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4.0 Lens Compact System camera\n\nCamera House A$4,499.00 A$3,099.00 31% off\n\nViewdeal\n\nApple iPhone Air 1TB - Space Black\n\nMobileciti A$2,649.00 A$1,699.00 36% off\n\nViewdeal\n\nRoborock Qrevo C Pro\n\nRoborock A$1,799.00 A$899.00 50% off\n\nViewdeal\n\nLG gram 17\" Copilot+ PC gram AI Lightweight Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 258V 32GB RAM Windows 11 1TB SSD - 17Z90TL-G. AU88A\n\nLG A$3,099.00 A$2,474.25 20% off\n\nViewdeal\n\nDreame H15 Pro Heat Wet and Dry Vacuum\n\nDreame A$1,299.00 A$699.00 46% off\n\nViewdeal\n\nSonos Arc - Black\n\nSonos A$1,499.00 A$999.00 33% off\n\nViewdeal\n\nAdvwin 90L Electric Mini Fridge Freezer Portable (Pre-Order)\n\nAdvwin A$549.99 A$329.90 40% off\n\nViewdeal\n\nthe Multi Chef®\n\nBreville A$179.95 A$129.95 28% off\n\nViewdeal\n\nℹ️\n\n __These are affiliate links – I may earn a commission if you buy. It doesn't cost you anything extra. Prices were when I pulled this together, but always check the current price before purchasing.__\n\n### This post is for subscribers only\n\nBecome a member to get access to all content\n\nSubscribe now",
  "title": "BTTR Roundup #75: The return of Fitbit, fresh reviews, and 108 deals worth your time",
  "updatedAt": "2026-05-08T06:15:34.191Z"
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