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Google Unveils Fitbit Air: A Streamlined, Affordable Wearable For Continuous Health Tracking

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

May 8, 2026

Reinventing The Wearable Experience

Google introduced the Fitbit Air, a screenless wearable device priced at $100 and designed for continuous health and fitness tracking. The product enters a growing category of lightweight wearables focused on simplified monitoring and extended battery life.

Innovative Design Meets Advanced Functionality

Fitbit Air includes continuous heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen tracking, sleep analysis and atrial fibrillation alerts. Weighing 12 grams with the band and 5.2 grams without it, the wearable is 25% smaller than the Fitbit Luxe and 50% smaller than the Fitbit Inspire 3.

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Seamless Integration And Personalized Insights

Users can connect the device with the Google Health app, which consolidates activity and wellness tracking across Google’s health products. Automatic activity detection supports common workouts, while compatibility with the Pixel Watch allows users to switch between devices depending on activity and usage preferences.

Efficiency And Endurance In Every Charge

Battery life is rated at up to seven days, while five minutes of charging provides enough power for approximately one day of use. Water resistance of up to 50 metres expands the device’s use across different activities and environments.

Enhanced Health Coaching For Premium Users

Alongside the new hardware, Google introduced Google Health Coach, a Gemini-powered assistant available through Google Health Premium. The service combines workout guidance, sleep tracking and wellness recommendations within a single platform.

Versatility Through Customization

Fitbit Air is available for pre-order with several band options, including the Performance Loop Band made from recycled materials, a waterproof Active Band and the Elevated Modern Band. Retail sales are scheduled to begin on May 26.

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Electronic Rent Payments To Become Mandatory In Cyprus From July 2026

The New Mandate

From 1 July 2026, all rent payments for property located in Cyprus must be made through electronic payment methods, according to an announcement by the Cyprus Tax Department. The requirement is set out in Article 48A of the Law on Tax Collection and Receipts (Law No. 4/1978).

Universal Compliance Requirements

Both individuals and legal entities will be subject to the new regulation, regardless of the amount of rent or the type of property involved. Accepted payment methods include bank transfers, debit cards, credit cards and other recognised electronic payment channels.

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Enhancing Transparency And Efficiency

Under the new rules, rent payments will no longer be accepted through non-electronic methods. Implementation of the measure forms part of the broader transition toward electronic transactions in the property rental sector.

Preparing For A Digital Future

Property owners, tenants and businesses are expected to ensure that payment arrangements comply with the new requirements before the rules take effect on 1 July 2026. All qualifying rental payments made after that date must be made using electronic payment methods.