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TL;DR Latest Fitbit Labs experiments will allow certain Pixel Watch users to track and log unusual health metrics.
This data will be sent back to Google, which will use it to optimize results before a broader launch.
Users will also be able to try out new hypertension alerts and receive $25 as compensation.
Google’s Pixel Watch 4 appears to be significantly lacking in features compared to the Galaxy Watch 8, particularly in terms of health-related metrics. That said, Google is working to plug this gap and is experimenting with two new features that will warn users of any looming illnesses. These features are currently under trial with Fitbit Labs, and a small group of users can participate in testing them ahead of others.
With an upcoming update, some Pixel Watch users may be able to highlight any concerning deviations in their vitals. According to 9to5Google, a new feature called “Unusual Trend Detection” has been added to Fitbit Labs, a program that allows users to evaluate new features before they are rolled out to a broader user base.
As part of this initiative, Fitbit is seeking 10,000 “eligible participants” in the US to help contribute to the feature’s testing. These users will be required to submit their health-related data, allowing for the identification of any unusual markers. The Lab is currently limited to Pixel Watch 3 users and does not support the newer Pixel Watch 4 for some reason.
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Based on the description, we see that for Unusual Trend Detection, users will get a heads-up if there are outliers in their health data. Users will also be required to log their symptoms and possible causes for these unusual metrics. In exchange, these users will receive health tips to manage any immediate health challenges and will be notified when their health data trends return to normal.
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