Google buys Fitbit to increase wearables share

Global SourcesUpdated on 2023/12/01

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As wearables become more popular, Google wants in by acquiring Fitbit.

More consumers are starting to use electronic wearables to improve their fitness lifestyle and monitor their health. In line with this. Google announced its acquisition of Fitbit for 2.1 billion dollars. According to Rick Osterloh, Google aims to work with Fitbit experts to "bring together the best AI, software and hardware" to "spur innovation in wearables." Apple has been leading the wearables market, accounting 46 percent of smartwatch shipments in Q2. Google aims to compete against the tech giant and to increase its own market share in smart wearables.

Most features found in Apple’s wearables are available on several smart watches, smart bracelets and fitness trackers from Verified Suppliers on Global Sources. These include fitness tracking and health monitoring for heart rate, calories burned, distance and steps travelled, sleep hours and quality, ECG, PPG and more.

Several of these wearables on Global Sources are water-resistant, which gives consumers the peace of mind in case of accidental splashes. Other notable features from wearables made by Asian manufacturers are the abilities of these devices to send call, message and social media notifications, act as remote control cameras, and as extensions tousers' smartphone needs.

With Google acquiring Fitbit, the competition in the wearables market is about to get even fiercer. Browse through the hottest shelf-ready wearables and other related products on Global Sources:

Monitors heart rate continuously

Company: Shenzhen Ardemer Technology Co. Ltd

The model Z21 Plus-01 IP67-rated smart bracelet adopts 24h continuous heart rate monitoring. The device can sync with a smartphone and send call and message notifications.

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Shows dual time

Company: Shenzhen Hippo Digital Co. Ltd

The W16-5-3388 model is a smart watch that is water-resistant until 50m. The device incorporates a sports pedometer.

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All day heart rate detection

Company: Shenzhen Neoon Industrial Co. Ltd

The model IT116-14 smart watch adopts a 2.5D curved glass, integrates multi-sports mode and sends SMS notifications from phone.

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Cleans air

Company: Shanghai Filtrair Air Filter Co. Ltd

The SF-Vbank-17003-5224 model is an industrial cleaner that has high dust holding capacity, long filter life and is leakage-resistant.

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Monitors sleep quality

Company: Quality Technology Industrial Co. Ltd

The Comfort model is a smart sleeping assistant that can also track a user’s heart and breath rate. It integrates red, yellow, blue and greed LED indicators.

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31,000 beats per minute vibration

Company: Shenzhen Fortunecome Technology Co. Ltd

Adopting a metal-free design, the Travel Toothbrush Fl-A22Green model is an electric toothbrush is rust-resistant. It is powered by a 700mAh Li-ion battery.

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20W max power

Company: Shenzhen Yingyuan Electronics Co. Ltd

This AC/DC switching adapter, the ICP20-050-3000A-2 model has 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz input and 5-36V 10 to 3000mA output. The device protects against over-current, -voltage, -charging and short circuits.

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Holds SIM card

Company: Shenzhen KingWear Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd

The model KW18-11-0153 heart monitor watch has a phone function with speaker. Phone contacts and SMS are supported.

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DIY smart watch

Company: Shenzhen Times Smart Technology Co. Ltd

The dial and strap of this smart watch, the Smart Watch 7-1 model can be changed. The device is IP67-rated and can be used as a mobile camera remote control.

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All day heart rate detection

Company: Shenzhen Neoon Industrial Co. Ltd

The model IT116-14 smart watch adopts a 2.5D curved glass, integrates multi-sports mode and sends SMS notifications from phone.

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Wi-Fi-enabled

Company: Shenzhen Gold-East Electronic Co. Ltd

The GE-S521-2-9182 model is a smart watch that monitors weather and has voice recording and camera remote control functions. The device can find a user’s smartphone via Find My Phone.

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