Apple Tips & News · May 1, 2024 · 3 min read
Google Phases Out Fitbit Pay in Favor of Google Wallet: What This Means for Your Phone Payments
Apple Tips & News
Google is making changes to its services as it transitions Fitbit users to Google Wallet. Fitbit Pay is being phased out in favor of Google Wallet, offering a seamless transition for users. Here’s what you need to know:
- Fitbit is updating its contactless payments feature from Fitbit Pay to Google Wallet.
- This transition will increase the number of banks and cards available for contactless payments on Fitbit devices.
- Fitbit Pay will continue to work until July 29, but new cards can no longer be added to the service.
- Users can add their cards to Google Wallet, which supports thousands of cards for contactless payments.
- To continue using your Fitbit device for contactless payments after July 29, simply set up Google Wallet in the Fitbit app (version 4.14.1 or higher).
- Customers in Saudi Arabia, Japan, and Taiwan can still use Fitbit Pay until July 29, 2024.
As Google continues to integrate its services, users can expect a smooth transition from Fitbit Pay to Google Wallet. Stay tuned for more updates as we adapt to these changes together.