Google wants you to 3D-print your own Fitbit Air bands
Google is encouraging customization of its Fitbit Air by providing design guidelines and CAD files for third-party accessory creation. This initiative aims to foster a diverse range of accessories, from designer bands to niche products. The approach marks a significant shift from the traditional, controlled accessory markets in wearable technology.
- ▪Google has published detailed design guidelines and CAD files for the Fitbit Air.
- ▪The company invites creators and developers to build their own accessories for the health tracker.
- ▪Fitbit Air's design allows for customization that traditional smartwatches do not offer.
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For most fitness trackers, customization starts and ends with buying a different strap. Google appears to have a much bigger vision for the Fitbit Air. The company has published detailed design guidelines, CAD files, and certification information that effectively invite creators, developers, brands, and hobbyists to build their own accessories for the ultra-lightweight health tracker. So, Google doesn’t just want third-party Fitbit Air bands to exist — it wants people to create them. The move is a fascinating departure from the tightly controlled accessory ecosystems that dominate the wearable tech landscape.
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