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Whoop business and news from across the web.- 5 Fitness Trackers That Don't Lock Core Features Behind a Monthly SubscriptionThis article discusses fitness trackers that offer core features without requiring a monthly subscription. It highlights the Fitbit Air as an example of a device that provides a viable alternative to subscription-based models like Whoop.
- Whoop will soon offer users in-app video consultations with licensed cliniciansWhoop is introducing an in-app feature that will allow users to conduct video consultations with licensed clinicians. These clinicians will have access to the user's health data within the Whoop application.
- Garmin may be working on a Whoop competitorGarmin may be developing a competitor to the screen-free Whoop fitness tracker, according to a trademark filing for a device named 'CIRQA'. This potential new wearable would focus on granular health and recovery metrics, similar to Whoop's approach. The move follows Fitbit's own tease of a similar device and reflects a growing market interest in health optimization wearables.
- Google's 'Performance Advisor' Steph Curry teases probable new wearableStephen Curry, Google's "Performance Advisor," has teased a new wearable device through an Instagram video. The clip shows a band on his wrist with the tagline "A new relationship with your health coming soon," ending with the Google logo. Google confirmed that their Performance Advisor has been working on something special, with more details to be shared soon.