Google Health is getting a staggering 14 new upgrades after Fitbit users dragged it through the dirt, and its just the start of Googles wider improvement plans but will it be enough to keep users satisfied?

Date:
Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:33:19 +0000

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A new Google Health update aims to solve a lot of user issues including food logs and activity accuracy.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Google has rolled out its first Google Health upgrades following user backlash It includes improvements to food logging and activity accuracy Despite the 14 new upgrades, it still hasn't scratched the surface for users Ever since Google Health became the
new app for Fitbit users, its been met with a tidal wave of criticism for its clunkiness and lack of vital features but Google has rolled out a huge
update after promising to make improvements a few weeks ago .

Yesterday (June 4) Google unveiled version 5.01 of the Google Health app, marking what the company says will be the first of many improvements to come. The update will continue to roll out over the next week in phases, and will depend on your carrier and device type, Google says. The new upgrades are designed to fix a number of pain points which users flagged when they first made the switch from the Fitbit app. In total, there are 14 new improvements split across four different categories, starting with nutrition. Latest
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Building the negative feedback to its food logging functions, Google has upgraded this tool allowing you to view and log previously-created custom foods, as well as improved handling when transferring food logs from third party apps like MyFitnessPal. Additionally, Google has added more
explanations and guidance for setting your personal macronutrient goals,
which also comes with a more accurate nutrition and calories charts.

Exercise tracking has been another persisting issue for Google Health users, particularly with tracking and labelling runs. Google says its now fixed this issue and new and previous workouts will now be labelled correctly. Its also fixed an issue where users reported missing splits in their runs, and Google says these have been restored as has the Sleep Score tab, which a handful of users reported had disappeared. You may like Fitbit users are furious about being forced to switch to Google Health 5 things you need to know about
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Google hasnt just patched up its fitness tracking tools, but is also rolling out general app improvements, including one for your Today Tab on Android where users reported seeing out-of-date metrics. You can view the full list
of Google Healths new updates on Googles support page . Is this enough of a crowd-pleaser? Given the level of ferocity expressed by users whove been forced to abandon the Fitbit app for Googles new fitness platform, its a good thing that Google is acknowledging these issues especially for those who
have just purchased the new Google Fitbit Air . However, it turns out that
the 14 new upgrades only scratch the surface. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Since Google announced version 5.01 users have stormed Reddit once more to
air their thoughts one user called the app an utter downgrade from Fitbit . At the same time, others have flagged more functions that are still missing from Google Health.

One user in particular expressed their dislike for Google Healths thumbs up/ down icons which they say appear on every item in the homescreen. This is understandable, its not supposed to be like Strava where fitness meets social media. In addition to this, another user flagged that when theyre recording
an activity in Google Health, theyre unable to use any other part of the app, which seems bewilderingly restrictive.

As Google said, version 5.01 is just the first stage in its plans to give the Google Health app an overhaul, but how long itll be before the next stage arrives we dont know. That said, if Google doesnt want Fitbit users to make the switch over to rivals like Garmin , it needs to make these changes sooner rather than later. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.



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