If the idea of a 20-minute chat with an AI fitness coach makes you feel a little uneasy, you're not alone. This is why I initially shrugged when Google first mentioned its forthcoming Fitbit 'Coach' feature, powered by Gemini AI, during this summer's launch of the Pixel Watch 4.
In the past 12 months, nearly every smartwatch and smart ring maker has rushed to incorporate shiny new AI tools within their companion apps, supposedly with the goal of creating a more personalized and informative user experience. However, from my experience testing these new features so far, none really live up to the hype.
